Wimberley Property Taxes:
Are You Paying Too Much?
Model the 2026 homestead and over-65 exemption rules for Hays and Comal counties, then tune the combined effective rate to your exact school district, city, and special districts for a clear annual and monthly tax estimate.
Estimate your Hays or Comal County tax bill.
The school district homestead exemption is $140,000 statewide, and the Over-65 / Disabled add-on brings that combined total to $200,000. Comal County also offers a local 20% of appraised value homestead option.
Estimate of the combined county + school district + city + special district rate. Hays defaults to ~2.40%, Comal to ~1.80%. Tune the slider to your exact district.
This is an educational estimate, not legal or tax advice. Actual rates vary by school district, city, and special districts, and by appraisal decisions, so treat the figure as a guide for research rather than a binding quote.
Five things every Hill Country
owner should remember.
Due by January 31
Texas tax bills are due by January 31 each year. You can often pay in two installments (due by Nov 30 and Jun 30), so check with your appraisal district for options.
File Homestead Once
A homestead application is filed once with your county appraisal district and stays in place. Apply by April 30 of the year you want it to count.
Protest Deadlines Matter
If you disagree with your appraisal, file a protest with the appraisal review board by May 15 (or 30 days after your notice). Missing the deadline can raise your bill.
Multiple Taxing Units
Your tax rate is the sum of your county, school district, city, and special districts. That combined rate is what the slider above models.
Exemptions Lower the Bill
The $140,000 school district homestead exemption, plus the Over-65 / Disabled add-on to $200,000, can cut a big share off your taxable value.
An Estimate, Not a Quote
Actual rates vary by school district, city, and special districts. This calculator guides your research; confirm your specific number with your county.
This estimator is an educational tool only and is not legal or tax advice. Consult your county appraisal district or a tax professional for figures specific to your property. For mortgage math including taxes, insurance, and HOA, see the Mortgage Calculator. And for a closer look at Wimberley homes for sale,Hays County acreage,and other Hill Country property types,browse the Wimberley area guide.
Know your real numbers
before you buy.
Steve Giannone knows which districts, exemptions, and appraisal quirks matter across Wimberley, Canyon Lake, and the Hill Country, and can help you budget with confidence.