State Overview
Calculate your estimated property tax in California
Annual Property Tax
$1,764
Monthly Property Tax
$147
* This is an estimate based on the median tax rate. Actual taxes may vary based on local assessments and exemptions.
Property tax rates in California
1.141%
25% of properties pay this rate or less
1.176%
50% of properties pay this rate or less
1.231%
25% of properties pay more than this rate
These percentiles show the range of property tax rates. 25% of properties pay less than the low rate, 50% pay less than the median, and 75% pay less than the high rate.
The difference between the 25th and 75th percentiles is 0.089%, indicating the variation in property tax rates within this area. Use the median (50th percentile) for the most typical estimate.
The median property tax rate across California is 1.18%. This rate varies significantly by county and city. Browse our comprehensive database to find rates in your specific area.