More hospital beds
Shorter wait times
Better access to care
 The UMC Bond will address these needs by: El Paso’s population has grown nearly 30% since 2000, creating an urgent need for: What is the UMC Bond? Expanding facilities
Building new clinics
Creating specialized care centers that will serve our community for decades.
 The UMC Bond represents a $396.6 million investment in the future of healthcare for El Paso County. For taxpayers, the impact is less than $6.00 a month over 30 years—an affordable step toward ensuring high-quality care remains close to home. Total Cost $134.5
million $207.6
million Budget Allocation The bond will fund critical
improvements across the region: $24.5
million $30
million for upgrades to UMC’s main campus for new access points, such as clinics and urgent care centers for a new Burn Center and critical care beds for El Paso’s first Comprehensive Cancer Center UMC Campus Improvements Healthcare Access Points Project Updates Follow the progress of each bond project.
Click below to explore updates for: Burn Center & Critical Care Comprehensive Cancer Center Project details, costs, and timelines are subject to change as development progresses.

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Explore how bond funds are allocated—from infrastructure upgrades to equipment investments—with clear visuals, timelines, and any realized cost savings (e.g., interest rate reductions).

UMC Bond Impact Calculator

Use this bond calculator to see an estimate of how the UMC Bond Proposal could impact your property taxes if approved in the upcoming election.

Find your home's Taxable Value, also known as the Assessed Value, by visiting EPCAD.org.

TAX FAQs

How much will the UMC bond cost the average homeowner?

The approved bond is expected to increase property taxes by about $6 per month—or approximately $72 per year—on an average-value home over the life of the bond. The exact amount depends on your home’s taxable value, which you can look up at EPCAD.org.

When was the UMC bond approved?

El Paso voters approved the $396.6 million UMC bond on November 5, 2024, allowing the hospital district to move forward with more than 20 healthcare projects across the county.

How is UMC currently funded by property taxes?

For fiscal year 2026, property taxes are projected to make up about 10% of UMC’s $1.9 billion budget. The majority of funding—about 46%—comes from patient service fees. UMC’s tax rate for the upcoming year is 24 cents per $100 of property valuation.

Where can I find out how the bond will impact my specific property taxes?

You can use UMC’s bond calculator to estimate your monthly tax impact. To do so, you’ll need your home’s taxable value, which is available through the El Paso Central Appraisal District at EPCAD.org.

What will the bond money be used for?

The bond will fund health initiatives and facility improvements across El Paso County. Projects include:

  • Expanding health care services and opening new clinics

  • Upgrades to UMC’s main hospital campus, including surgical suites and observation beds

  • A new Burn Center and additional critical care units

A planned Comprehensive Cancer Center in partnership with Texas Tech Health El Paso

How is UMC ensuring transparency and accountability for bond spending?

UMC is committed to transparency throughout the life of the bond. All relevant tax documents, budget updates, and project progress reports will be posted regularly to this website. Residents will be able to track spending and stay informed every step of the way.

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