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Proposed 2026/2027 Fiscal Year Tax Rate

Summary

The council set the property tax rate at $0.43070 per $100 valuation, keeping the rate level while capturing new construction growth.

At a glance

Total mentions
22
Last 30 days
7

Rising — discussed at 4 meetings since Aug 24, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Maintains the tax rate at $0.43070 per $100 valuation, generating $2,063,963 in additional revenue driven largely by $1,295,675 in new property additions.

✅Who benefits

Local taxpayers benefit from a stable tax rate that avoids an increase while funding essential city operations.

⚠️Who could be affected

Property owners whose home valuations increased may experience higher total tax bills due to appraisal changes.

Mentions & discussions (24)

Amarillo TribuneSep 30, 2026

Amarillo City Council adopts 2026 tax rate, discusses water and sewer fees

Councilmember Place 1 Tim Reid at the Amarillo City Council Meeting on Sept. 30, 2026. (Amarillo Tribune photo/ Jo Early) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/hoodooo-7_1-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" ...

MeetingSep 29, 2026approved

Amarillo City Council - Sep 29, 2026

The council set the property tax rate at $0.43070 per $100 valuation, keeping the rate level while capturing new construction growth.

MeetingSep 22, 2026

Amarillo City Council - Sep 22, 2026

The council adopted the annual budget and a flat property tax rate of $0.4307, funding capital projects, infrastructure, and staff salary increases.

MeetingSep 14, 2026

Amarillo City Council - Sep 14, 2026

The city council reviewed corrected property tax calculations, debt schedules, and higher-than-expected sales tax revenues to determine the tax rate ceiling for the upcoming fiscal year. Debate centered on balancing property tax relief for residents against funding essential city services, infrastructure, and employee pay raises.

MyHighPlains (KAMR)Sep 14, 2026

City of Amarillo sets ceiling for 26/27 property tax rate

A special meeting was held today with the City of Amarillo City Council and staff. The meeting covered the budget, how property tax is used in the budget, and what ceiling should be set for the upcoming year.

Amarillo TribuneSep 14, 2026

The City of Amarillo’s 2026 tax rate won’t be higher than last year’s

The Amarillo City Council met for a special budget workshop on Sept. 14, 2026. (Amarillo Tribune photo/ Jo Early) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_2270-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C585&ssl=1" /> The Amar...

KFDA | NewsChannel 10 | Amarillo TexasSep 11, 2026

Amarillo City Council to discuss proposed tax rate Monday

Amarillo City Council to discuss proposed tax rate Monday KFDA | NewsChannel 10 | Amarillo Texas

Amarillo TribuneSep 9, 2026

Randall County Commissioners’ Court adopts budget, 2026 tax rate

The Randall County Comissioners Court met for a regular meeting on Sept. 8, 2026. (Photo via Randall County Comissioners Court) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Document-1-scaled.jpeg?fit=780%2C520&s...

MyHighPlains.comSep 8, 2026

Amarillo City Council meets Tuesday on fiscal year 2026/2027 budget and tax rate, surveillance cameras

Amarillo City Council meets Tuesday on fiscal year 2026/2027 budget and tax rate, surveillance cameras MyHighPlains.com

MyHighPlains (KAMR)Sep 8, 2026

Amarillo City Council meets Tuesday on fiscal year 2026/2027 budget and tax rate, surveillance cameras

The Amarillo City Council will host a budget workshop on Tuesday morning to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026/2027. Also, the council will hold a regular meeting to discuss items including the use of surveillance cameras by police, as w...

Amarillo TribuneSep 2, 2026

Canyon City Commission adopts effectively even tax rate, won’t raise average homeowner’s bill

Canyon City Commissioners and the Mayor of Canyon pose for a photo. (Photo courtesy of the City of Canyon) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Document-scaled.jpeg?fit=780%2C624&ssl=1" /> On Tuesday, th...

MyHighPlains (KAMR)Aug 26, 2026

Amarillo College adopts new 2026 property tax rate

The Amarillo College Board of Regents adopted a 2026 property tax rate of $0.24670 per $100 of taxable property value, which consists of $0.17840 for Maintenance and Operations and $0.06830 for Interest and Sinking, or debt service.

Amarillo TribuneAug 26, 2026

Amarillo City staff, Council frustrated over tax rate discussion

The Amarillo City Council holds a meeting on Aug. 25, 2026. (Amarillo Tribune photo / Jo Early) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AAA0887-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> The Amarillo City Council h...

MeetingAug 24, 2026discussed

Amarillo-Potter Events Venue District Board of Directors - Aug 24, 2026

The Board is reviewing budgets for multiple fiscal years and an audit. This ensures that the money collected for event venues is being spent correctly and that future plans are funded.

Amarillo TribuneAug 24, 2026

Potter County Commissioners approve budget and potential 2026 tax rate

Potter County Judge Nancy Tanner presides over the Potter County Commissioners Court Meeting on Aug. 24, 2026. (Amarillo Tribune photo/ Brianna Maestas) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AAA0864-scale...

Amarillo TribuneAug 14, 2026

Amarillo City Council wraps up 2026 budget workshop week

Tim Reid, Amarillo City Councilmember for Place 1, during the budget workshop on Aug. 10, 2026. (Amarillo Tribune photo/ Phoebe Terry) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/DSC_9247-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C5...

Amarillo TribuneAug 13, 2026

Don’t Miss: Amarillo College schedules tax rate public hearing

Imagery of the Amarillo College north entrance to their student services building showcasing the AC logo on the side of the building with the AC logo displayed in the gravel median in the forefront of the image. " data-image-caption="Amarillo College...

Amarillo TribuneAug 12, 2026

In Brief: Aug 12, 2026

The Canyon City Commissioners held a public hearing and adopted the City’s 2026/2027 budget. Appropriations include wage increases for the Canyon Police Department, three part-time firefighters to launch a community wildfire protection program, a par...

Amarillo TribuneAug 11, 2026

Randall County proposes deficit budget, projects increased revenue

Randall County Judge Christy Dyer and Randall County Commissioners Bob Robinson and Rick Cooper at a meeting on Aug. 11, 2026. (Amarillo Tribune photo/ Jackie Kingston) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/...

MeetingApr 29, 2026discussed

Pinnacle Public Improvement District Advisory Board - Apr 29, 2026

Discussions on the upcoming fiscal year's budget are crucial for planning how PID funds will be allocated for services and maintenance.

MeetingMar 25, 2026discussed

Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board - Mar 25, 2026

The board considered the tax rate for commercial properties within the PID, which directly affects business operating costs.

MeetingJan 28, 2026discussed

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau - Jan 28, 2026

The board reviewed the latest financial report, ensuring fiscal responsibility and transparency in the CVB's operations.

NewsChannel 10Sep 16, 2025

City of Amarillo approves 2025/26 budget and tax rate

City of Amarillo approves 2025/26 budget and tax rate NewsChannel 10

Amarillo TribuneSep 9, 2025

City of Amarillo, area taxing entities consider new tax rates

City of Amarillo, area taxing entities consider new tax rates Amarillo Tribune

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