Madera County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 29,168.
The median annual property tax in Madera County is $2,575, which is 36% lower than the California state average and 34% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $367,700. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,575
-36% vs State
+34% vs US
Median Home Value
$367,700
-35% vs State
+74% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.70%
-1% vs State
-26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,734
$228/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,244
$187/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 | $2,575 +7.5% | 0.70% |
| 2022 | $2,395 +13.0% | 0.70% |
| 2021 | $2,120 +7.0% | 0.74% |
| 2020 | $1,982 +5.3% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $1,883 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,496
per year
Monthly Tax
$215
per month
Other Counties in California
Solano County
Tax: $4,408/yr Rate: 0.75%
Lassen County
Tax: $1,868/yr Rate: 0.72%
Shasta County
Tax: $2,442/yr Rate: 0.70%
San Luis Obispo County
Tax: $5,475/yr Rate: 0.70%
Amador County
Tax: $2,939/yr Rate: 0.70%
Siskiyou County
Tax: $1,880/yr Rate: 0.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Madera County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Madera County is $2,575 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $367,700.
How does Madera County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Madera County are 34% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Madera County? ▼
In Madera County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,734 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,244. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Madera County? ▼
Property taxes in Madera County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $75,496. 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.