Tax Impact
Understanding the Potential Tax Impact
The November 2026 election includes one Maintenance & Operations proposition (Proposition A or VATRE) and four bond propositions (Propositions B-E). Each proposition addresses different district needs and each has a separate projected tax impact.
Tax Rate History
If all propositions are approved by voters, the projected tax rate could increase to a maximum of $1.1164. That amounts to about 23 cents for every $100 of taxable value. The current projected tax rate with no election is $0.8911.
Tax Rate Scenarios
The table below illustrates the projected maximum tax rates based on several potential election scenarios.
Scenario | Projected Tax Rate |
|---|---|
No Election | $0.8911 |
Proposition A Only | $0.9611 |
Bond Propositions B-E Only | $1.0464 |
Proposition A + Propositions B-E | $1.1164 |
Example: Average Channelview Home
The average home value in Channelview ISD is approximately $215,365. Based on the current state homestead exemption, the estimated taxable value for the average homeowner is approximately $75,365.
Scenario | School Taxes Owed |
|---|---|
Current 2025-26 Rate | $724.79 |
If All Propositions Pass | $841.37 |
Annual Increase | $116.58 |
Monthly Increase | $9.72 |
For the average homeowner, approval of all propositions would represent a projected increase of approximately $116.58 per year, or approximately $9.72 per month.
Annual Impact by Home Value
The actual tax impact will vary based on a property's taxable value and any applicable exemptions.
*Average home value in Channelview ISD.
Home Value | Current Tax Bill | If All Props Pass | Annual Increase | Monthly Increase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$140,000 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0 | $0 |
$175,000 | $336.60 | $390.74 | $54.15 | $4.51 |
$215,365* | $724.79 | $841.37 | $116.58 | $9.72 |
$250,000 | $1,057.87 | $1,228.04 | $170.17 | $14.18 |
$300,000 | $1,538.72 | $1,786.24 | $247.52 | $20.62 |
$350,000 | $2,019.57 | $2,344.44 | $324.87 | $27.07 |
$400,000 | $2,500.42 | $2,902.64 | $402.22 | $33.51 |
*Average home value in Channelview ISD.
A Helpful Way to Think About Tax Impact
For every $100,000 of taxable value (property value minus any exemptions), the maximum projected annual increase if all propositions are approved would be approximately:
$225 per year or $18.75 per month
Understanding the Tax Rate Components
School district tax rates are generally made up of two components:
Maintenance & Operations (M&O)
Supports the day-to-day operation of schools, including instructional programs, staffing and district operations. Proposition A relates to Maintenance & Operations funding.
Interest & Sinking (I&S)
Supports voter-approved bond projects such as facilities, technology, equipment and infrastructure improvements. Propositions B-E relate to Interest & Sinking funding.
Because these portions of the tax rate fund different purposes, bond funds cannot be used for employee salaries and operational funding cannot generally be used for major capital projects.
Why Don't the Proposition Tax Impacts Add Together?
Each proposition includes an independently modeled tax impact:
Proposition | Maximum Projected Impact |
|---|---|
Proposition B | $0.1121 |
Proposition C | $0.0681 |
Proposition D | $0.0348 |
Proposition E | $0.0535 |
Each proposition is shown as if it were funded by itself. If multiple bond propositions pass, they can be financed together for a maximum impact of $0.1553. Repayment schedules can overlap and be structured for efficiency. Because of that, the total impact is less than adding all of the individual impacts together.
Tax Impact for Residents Who Rent
All residents who live within Channelview ISD boundaries may vote in the election, including residents who rent property. Property taxes are assessed to the property owner rather than the tenant.
Rental rates may be influenced by many factors, including:
Market demand
Operating expenses
Insurance
Maintenance costs
Property taxes
Because rental pricing decisions are made by individual property owners and market conditions vary, the district cannot predict how any property owner may choose to respond.
Property Tax Exemptions
Texas law provides several exemptions. Some homeowners qualify for exemptions that reduce the taxable value of their home and lower school taxes.
Residential Homestead Exemption
$140,000 state exemption for qualifying homesteads.
Over 65 Exemption
$60,000 state exemption.
$30,000 local Channelview ISD exemption.
Disabled Person Exemption
$60,000 state exemption.
Disabled Veteran Exemptions
Exemption amount varies based on disability rating.
Some veterans may qualify for a 100% homestead exemption.
Homeowners Age 65 and Older
Many homeowners age 65 and older have their school taxes capped when they qualify for the over-65 exemption. In most cases:
Higher home values do not increase school taxes.
Higher school tax rates do not increase school taxes.
Election-related tax increases do not increase school taxes.
Major home additions may change the tax calculation.
The over-65 tax ceiling is intended to protect qualifying homeowners from school tax increases caused by rising property values or higher school tax rates.
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