Siskiyou County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 13,179.
The median annual property tax in Siskiyou County is $1,880, which is 54% lower than the California state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $284,500. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,880
-54% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$284,500
-50% vs State
+34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
-7% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,253
$188/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,521
$127/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 | $1,880 +6.6% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $1,763 +5.9% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $1,665 +6.5% | 0.73% |
| 2020 | $1,563 +5.4% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $1,483 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,499
per year
Monthly Tax
$157
per month
Other Counties in California
Shasta County
Tax: $2,442/yr Rate: 0.70%
Mariposa County
Tax: $2,437/yr Rate: 0.68%
Riverside County
Tax: $4,189/yr Rate: 0.82%
Sacramento County
Tax: $3,768/yr Rate: 0.76%
Madera County
Tax: $2,575/yr Rate: 0.70%
San Francisco County
Tax: $9,412/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Siskiyou County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Siskiyou County is $1,880 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $284,500.
How does Siskiyou County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Siskiyou County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Siskiyou County? ▼
In Siskiyou County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,253 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,521. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Siskiyou County? ▼
Property taxes in Siskiyou County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $55,499. 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.