POTENTIAL TAX IMPACT

*The average appraised value of a homestead in EPISD is $185,845.

NO TAX INCREASE on homesteads for those having Age 65 Homestead Exemption Affidavit or for those with a disability. Significant improvements to a homestead can increase the taxes. For questions on how to apply, visit: maverickcad.org.

Potential Tax Impact

Taxable Homestead Value

$140,000 Homestead Exemption

Projected Monthly Increase

*The average appraised value of a homestead in EPISD is $185,845.

Eagle Pass ISD Tax Rates Since 2020

Maintenance & Operations

(General Operating Fund)

Interest & Sinking

(Debt Services Fund)

Projected Yearly Increase with Ag Exemption

Acres

Taxable Value Per Acre

Native Pasture

Improved Pasture

Dry Crop Land

Irrigated
Crop Land

Compare Area Rates (2024 I&S Tax Rate)

UNDERSTANDING THE TAX RATE

In Texas, school district budgets are funded by two different tax rates, and each rate can only be used for certain types of expenses.

Bond funds cannot be used for daily district operations such as salaries.

GENERAL OPERATING FUND

Maintenance & Operations

For schools,

this includes:

Salaries
Utilities
Supplies
Repairs
Fuel

For citizens,

this is similar to:

Groceries
Utilities
Minor Home Repairs
Routine Services
Car Fuel

DEBT SERVICES FUND