Homestead Exemption

Homestead Exemption Can Lower Your Tax Bill

If you live in the home you own in Kent County, you may qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces your school tax.

Texas law requires school districts to give homeowners a $140,000 exemption on their main home. This lowers the taxable value of your house for school district taxes. Kent County's only school district is Jayton-Girard ISD.

To get this benefit, you file an application with the Kent County Appraisal District. You need a copy of your Texas driver's license or ID showing the same address as the home. The general filing deadline is April 30 of the tax year — but verify the current deadline with the appraisal district, since dates can change. You can get the form at kentcad.org.

Source to confirm: Texas Comptroller — Property Tax Exemptions

More Kent County notes

Property Tax

Who Handles Property Taxes in Kent County

Kent County has its own appraisal district and a separate tax assessor-collector, both based in Jayton.

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Water Rights

Groundwater in Kent County Is in GMA 6

Kent County is in Groundwater Management Area 6. Check with TWDB or TCEQ to confirm whether a local groundwater district covers your land before you drill a well.

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Hunting

Deer Hunting Rules in Kent County

Kent County hunters can take both white-tailed and mule deer, but season dates and bag limits differ for each species.

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Mineral Rights

Oil and Gas Activity in Kent County

Oil has been produced in Kent County since 1946, and the Railroad Commission of Texas regulates all wells and production here.

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