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Tax decrease for average homeowner in Lubbock County proposed budget
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Matt Ernst , KCBD News
· August 19, 2026
· 3 min read
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The average Lubbock County homeowner will see a decrease in property tax owed to the county, under the proposed budget. According to a notice on the county website , the commissioner’s court is proposing to adopt the no-new-revenue rate of 32.2782 cents per $100 valuation....
Key takeaway According to a notice on the county website , the commissioner’s court is proposing to adopt the no-new-revenue rate of 32.
Why this matters in The Lubbock
The proposed tax decrease for average homeowners in Lubbock County is a welcome development, especially given the shared risks of Gulf hurricanes and flooding that affect the entire metro area. As the city of Lubbock and Lubbock County navigate their respective budgets, it's worth noting that the no-new-revenue rate adopted by the county will help keep tax bills flat for existing property owners. However, the impact of new development and changes in exemptions, such as the increased business personal property exemption approved by voters, will be closely watched. The upcoming public hearing on August 24 and the scheduled vote on September 14 will provide opportunities for residents to weigh in on the proposed tax rate. As the Lubbock Independent School District serves the city of Lubbock, which is surrounded by Lubbock County, the tax implications will likely have ripple effects on local education and community resources.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 19, 2026 ·
Source: KCBD News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The average Lubbock County homeowner will see a decrease in property tax owed to the county, under the proposed budget. According to a notice on the county website , the commissioner’s court is proposing to adopt the no-new-revenue rate of 32.2782 cents per $100 valuation....
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