Rate Breakdown

Property taxes in Burleson County are calculated by multiplying the assessed value (minus exemptions) by the total local millage rate.

How Property Tax Works in Burleson County

Burleson County, Texas, levies property taxes on real and personal property owned within the county. The assessment process involves determining the market value of the property, applying exemptions, and calculating the tax liability.

The county's tax assessor-collector calculates the market value of properties annually, using a combination of data sources, including sales data, cost indexes, and income approaches. The assessor-collector then applies a rollback rate, or tax rate, to the market value to determine the taxable value.

The tax rate in Burleson County is determined by the county commissioners court, which sets the rate as a millage rate (one mill is equal to $1 for every $1,000 in taxable value). The millage rate is based on the county's budget needs and the total tax revenue collected from all properties within the county.

For example, if the taxable value of a property is $100,000 and the millage rate is 50 mills, the total tax liability would be $50 (50 mills x $100,000 ÷ 1,000).

Available Exemptions

In Texas, property owners may be eligible for various exemptions that reduce their tax liability. The most common exemptions include:

• Homestead Exemption: This exemption reduces the taxable value of a primary residence by up to 20% (50% for disabled veterans). To qualify, the property owner must have occupied the property as their primary residence for at least 12 months.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: This exemption reduces the taxable value of a primary residence by up to 20% for property owners 65 years or older who have occupied the property for at least 12 months.
• Disability Exemption: This exemption reduces the taxable value of a primary residence by up to 100% for property owners who are severely and permanently disabled.
• Veteran Exemption: This exemption reduces the taxable value of a primary residence by up to 100% for honorably discharged veterans who have served during wartime.

Property owners must apply for these exemptions annually, using the applicable application form, and provide required documentation to support their eligibility.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Property owners in Burleson County are required to pay their annual property taxes on time to avoid penalties and interest. The payment schedule and deadlines are as follows:

• First installment: Due by January 31st of each year, covering 50% of the total tax liability.
• Second installment: Due by June 30th of each year, covering the remaining 50% of the total tax liability.

Property owners can opt for installment payments or pay their taxes in full. If a payment is late, the county will charge a penalty of 6% of the tax amount, plus interest at a rate of 18% per annum.

Appealing Your Assessment

If a property owner disagrees with their assessed value, they may appeal the decision to the Burleson County Appraisal Review Board (ARB). The ARB is responsible for reviewing appeals and making decisions on value adjustments.

To appeal a decision, property owners must submit a written application to the ARB, explaining the reasons for their appeal and providing supporting documentation. The ARB will review the application and make a determination on the appeal. If the property owner is not satisfied with the ARB's decision, they may further appeal to the Texas Comptroller's Office or the Tax Court of Texas.