Butte County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 47,987.
The median annual property tax in Butte County is $2,819, which is 30% lower than the California state average and 47% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $408,700. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,819
-30% vs State
+47% vs US
Median Home Value
$408,700
-28% vs State
+93% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
-3% vs State
-27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,205
$267/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,193
$183/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,819 +8.5% | 0.69% |
| 2022 | $2,599 +9.5% | 0.70% |
| 2021 | $2,374 +7.8% | 0.73% |
| 2020 | $2,203 +13.5% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $1,941 | 0.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,574
per year
Monthly Tax
$235
per month
Other Counties in California
Placer County
Tax: $5,600/yr Rate: 0.85%
Del Norte County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 0.59%
Marin County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 0.72%
Santa Clara County
Tax: $9,766/yr Rate: 0.71%
Kings County
Tax: $2,295/yr Rate: 0.75%
Imperial County
Tax: $2,348/yr Rate: 0.84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Butte County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Butte County is $2,819 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $408,700.
How does Butte County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Butte County are 47% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Butte County? ▼
In Butte County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,205 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,193. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Butte County? ▼
Property taxes in Butte County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $68,574. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.