Summary
The county adopted a tax rate of $0.558466 per $100 of taxable value — a 3.5% increase — which determines how much most homeowners pay in county property taxes this year.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 0
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 2, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
A 3.5% rate increase means higher county property tax bills for most homeowners.
County services and debt payments are funded; all taxpayers share the cost.
Property owners facing higher tax bills.
Mentions & discussions (6)
Commissioners Court - Sep 16, 2026
The county adopted a 3.5% tax rate increase to fund the 2027 budget. Commissioners discussed why revenue feels tight, pointing to commercial appraisal staffing gaps rather than abatements.
Public Hearing: Tax Rate — September 16, 2026
Waller County is setting its tax rate, which determines how much county property owners pay in county taxes. The public hearing gave residents a chance to comment before the court's vote.
Regular Session — September 16, 2026
The county adopted a tax rate of $0.558466 per $100 of taxable value — a 3.5% increase — which determines how much most homeowners pay in county property taxes this year.
Special Commissioners Court - Sep 8, 2026
Judge Duhon warned that the upcoming legislative session may restrict county budget growth to 1%, down from the current 3.5% cap. With inflation at 3.6%, he said such a cap would force cuts to deputies, roads, and services.
Commissioners Court - Sep 2, 2026
The court proposed a total tax rate of 0.558466 per $100 valuation, with a public hearing September 16 and budget adoption September 8.
Regular Session — September 2, 2026
The court proposed keeping the total tax rate at $0.558466 per $100 valuation, split between general fund, flood control, and debt service. A public hearing is set for September 16, 2026, at 9 a.m. at the courthouse — that's your chance to comment before the rate is final.
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