El Paso County Senior Property Tax Exemption

El Paso Central Appraisal District

Available Senior & Disability

About This Program

El Paso County Senior Property Tax Exemption is available to homeowners in El Paso, TX.

Additional homestead exemption for homeowners age 65 and older in El Paso County. Provides $10,000 off property value for tax purposes. Also freezes school district taxes at the amount from the year you turn 65.

Annual property tax savings from exemption and freeze

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-05-24. How we verify our data.

In El Paso, TX, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Additional $10,000 homestead exemption
  • Freezes school district taxes at age 65
  • Homeowners 65+ in El Paso County
  • No income limit
  • Apply before May 1 annually

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(915) 780-2024

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Apply before May 1 for current tax year

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Frequently asked questions

How much can El Paso County Senior Property Tax Exemption provide in El Paso, TX?

Additional $10,000 exemption.

Who qualifies for El Paso County Senior Property Tax Exemption in El Paso?

El Paso County Senior Property Tax Exemption is open to homeowners in El Paso, TX. It has no income limit. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for El Paso County Senior Property Tax Exemption in El Paso, TX?

Apply directly with El Paso Central Appraisal District using the official program link on this page or call (915) 780-2024. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Apply before May 1 for current tax year.

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