Property Tax

Homestead Exemption Can Lower Your Property Tax Bill

If your home in Johnson County is your main residence, you likely qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value.

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Texas law requires school districts to offer a homestead exemption — at least $140,000 off your home's taxable value for schools. Other local taxing units may add their own exemptions on top of that.

You apply once with the Central Appraisal District of Johnson County (johnsoncad.com). The general deadline is before May 1 of the tax year, but you can file late and still get the exemption back-dated. Seniors and disabled homeowners may qualify for extra savings. Download Form 50-114 from the Texas Comptroller's site or pick it up at the appraisal district office at 109 N. Main St., Cleburne.

Source to confirm: Texas Comptroller — Homestead Exemptions

More Johnson County notes

Property Tax

Two Offices Handle Property Tax in Johnson County

Johnson County has a separate appraisal district and tax office — they do different jobs, so knowing which one to call saves you time.

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Agricultural Appraisal

Ag Valuation Can Sharply Cut Taxes on Rural Land

If your rural land in Johnson County is actively used for farming or ranching, it may qualify to be taxed on its productivity value instead of market value — often a big difference.

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Vehicle Registration

Register Your Car at the Johnson County Tax Office

The Johnson County Tax Office handles vehicle titles and registration — the same office where you pay property taxes.

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City Limits & ETJ

Living Near Cleburne? The City's ETJ Reaches 2 Miles Out

Cleburne has an extraterritorial jurisdiction — a 2-mile buffer outside city limits where the city can regulate how land is divided but does not provide full city services.

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