Sierra County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 944.
The median annual property tax in Sierra County is $2,590, which is 36% lower than the California state average and 35% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $334,100. Property taxes represent 4.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,590
-36% vs State
+35% vs US
Median Home Value
$334,100
-41% vs State
+58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
+10% vs State
-18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,969
$247/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,170
$181/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 | $2,590 +6.7% | 0.78% |
| 2022 | $2,428 +26.2% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $1,924 -1.6% | 0.83% |
| 2020 | $1,956 +15.3% | 0.85% |
| 2019 | $1,696 | 0.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,000
per year
Monthly Tax
$216
per month
Other Counties in California
Yolo County
Tax: $4,567/yr Rate: 0.77%
Tehama County
Tax: $1,996/yr Rate: 0.63%
Kern County
Tax: $2,833/yr Rate: 0.91%
San Diego County
Tax: $5,542/yr Rate: 0.70%
Solano County
Tax: $4,408/yr Rate: 0.75%
Los Angeles County
Tax: $5,438/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sierra County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sierra County is $2,590 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $334,100.
How does Sierra County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sierra County are 35% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.78% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sierra County? ▼
In Sierra County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,969 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,170. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sierra County? ▼
Property taxes in Sierra County represent approximately 4.3% of the median household income of $60,000. 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.