If voters approve the bond, the District’s Interest & Sinking (I&S) Tax Rate would increase 20 cents, resulting in an estimated cost of $10 per month for the owner of a $250,000 homestead. With the mandated homestead exemption of $140,000 and additional 20% local exemption, the average Waskom ISD home value of $127,688 would have a zero-tax rate increase.
Additionally, this tax rate increase would have no impact on the current homesteads of district residents aged 65 and older who have 65 And Over Exemption filed with the central appraisal district unless significant improvements are made to the homestead.
*The average homestead value in Waskom ISD is $127,688.
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Property values and exemptions are determined by the Harrison County Appraisal District (HCAD). Use the HCAD Property Serach to view your property record, taxable value, and any exemptions on file.
65+ and Disabled Voters
Homeowners age 65 and older or those disabled will not incur an increase of WISD taxes above their current exemption ceiling as long as a homestead and over 65 or disabled exemption have been filed with the Harrison County Appraisal District. Texas law provides a school tax ceiling for homeowners who are 65 and older or disabled, meaning their school district tax bill will not increase above their ceiling as a result of this bond election, unless significant improvements are made to the homestead.
