Placer County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 115,446.
The median annual property tax in Placer County is $5,600, which is 38% higher than the California state average and 191% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $658,800. Property taxes represent 4.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,600
+38% vs State
+191% vs US
Median Home Value
$658,800
+16% vs State
+211% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.85%
+20% vs State
-11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,917
$493/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,768
$397/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 | $5,600 +5.0% | 0.85% |
| 2022 | $5,333 +8.4% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $4,918 +6.5% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $4,619 +6.1% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $4,353 | 0.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$114,678
per year
Monthly Tax
$467
per month
Other Counties in California
Alameda County
Tax: $8,061/yr Rate: 0.76%
Kings County
Tax: $2,295/yr Rate: 0.75%
Sutter County
Tax: $3,111/yr Rate: 0.78%
San Mateo County
Tax: $9,167/yr Rate: 0.61%
Kern County
Tax: $2,833/yr Rate: 0.91%
Mariposa County
Tax: $2,437/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Placer County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Placer County is $5,600 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $658,800.
How does Placer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Placer County are 191% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.85% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Placer County? ▼
In Placer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,917 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,768. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Placer County? ▼
Property taxes in Placer County represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $114,678. 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.