Harris County: Over-65 Property Tax Exemption
Last Updated: August 31, 2026
Harris County seniors get the statewide $2,00,000 school-district exemption at 65+, the same as every Texas county. What varies here is the local-option exemption that non-school taxing units in Harris County may add.
This page explains what the published rules say. It is not tax, legal or financial advice, and it is not a determination of your eligibility. Only your county appraisal district can tell you whether you qualify. Figures are for the tax year shown and were last verified on the date shown.
School exemption
Like every Texas county, Harris County homeowners 65+ exempt $2,00,000 of appraised value from school district taxes — $140,000 from the general homestead exemption plus $60,000 additional for being 65 or older, per the statewide over-65 exemption.
Local option (non-school taxes)
Non-school taxing units in Harris County offer local-option 65+ exemptions as low as the statutory minimum of $3,000. Amounts vary by unit (county, city, hospital district, MUD, etc.) — confirm the exact figure for your specific taxing units with HCAD.
Filing
See the full county comparison, or the step-by-step application guide.
Sources and Last-Verified Dates
| Figure | Tax Year | Source | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined school district exemption at 65+Tax Code §11.13(b)+(c) | 2025+ | Arithmetic on Comptroller-published figures | 2026-08-31 |
| Homestead/over-65 exemption application deadlineTax Code §11.43 | current | Texas Comptroller, Property Tax Exemptions / 65+ FAQ | 2026-08-31 |
| Residential homestead / over-65 exemption application formTax Code §11.43 | current | Texas Comptroller, Property Tax Forms | 2026-08-31 |