Verified 2026 City Guide

Carmine Property Tax

Access 2026 property tax rates, payment portals, and assessment tools for Carmine. Taxes are administered by Fayette County.

Local Rate

N/A

County Avg

0.96%

State Avg

0.01%

City vs. County Jurisdiction

While you live in Carmine, property taxes are officially administered by Fayette County. The county handles your assessment, billing, appeals, and exemptions.

Carmine Tax Calculator

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Est. Annual Bill

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How Property Taxes Work in Carmine

Property taxes for Carmine residents are calculated on the ad valorem principle — your bill is proportional to the fair market value determined by the Fayette County Appraisal District.

Assessment Role

The county assessor determines the value of all real estate in Carmine every tax year.

Collection Role

Taxes are collected by the county tax office and distributed to city, school, and special-district funds.

Carmine Tax Components

Your annual bill is a combined total of levies from multiple local government entities:

County General Fund Variable Levy
City of Carmine Variable Levy
Local Independent School District (ISD) Variable Levy
Emergency Services District Variable Levy

Lowering Your Carmine Property Tax Bill

Claim Exemptions

Most homeowners qualify for a Homestead Exemption that significantly reduces the taxable value of your primary residence. Seniors and veterans may qualify for additional relief.

Protest Your Value

If the county assessment exceeds fair market value you can file an appeal with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). Over 50% of appeals result in a reduction.

2026 Important Deadlines

Assessment Notices

April – May

Protest Deadline

May 15th*

Payment Due

January 31st

*Protest deadlines are generally May 15th or 30 days after your notice was mailed, whichever is later.

Carmine Property Tax FAQs

For 2026, property tax rates in Carmine vary by parcel. Refer to the Fayette County average rate of 0.963113242346% as a baseline estimate.

Residents of Carmine pay property taxes to the Fayette County Tax Assessor — not a city office. Use the county's official payment portal.

Yes. File a Notice of Protest with the Fayette County Appraisal District within 30 days of receiving your valuation notice. See the county appeal guide for step-by-step instructions.

Fayette County Official

Property tax for Carmine is handled at the county level.

💡 Tax Tip

Check for Homestead or Senior exemptions on the Fayette County portal. These can reduce your taxable value by $25,000–$100,000+.