FY 2027 City Budget and Property Tax Rate
Summary
The city adopted a $414.6 million operating budget and a property tax rate of 74.95 cents per $100. While the tax rate is slightly lower than last year, rising property values mean the average homeowner will see a modest increase in their city tax bill.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Median homestead property taxes will increase by about $60.55 per year under the proposed budget.
City residents benefit from continued service expansions, street repairs, and public safety investments funded by new growth.
Fixed-income homeowners may feel the pinch of higher property tax bills and utility fee increases.
Mentions & discussions (3)
APPROVED: City of Abilene’s FY 2027 budget will raise average tax bill $61/year
APPROVED: City of Abilene’s FY 2027 budget will raise average tax bill $61/year AOL.com
City Council - Sep 10, 2026
The city adopted a $414.6 million operating budget and a property tax rate of 74.95 cents per $100. While the tax rate is slightly lower than last year, rising property values mean the average homeowner will see a modest increase in their city tax bill.
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