Sonoma County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 118,489.
The median annual property tax in Sonoma County is $5,580, which is 38% higher than the California state average and 190% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $779,000. Property taxes represent 5.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,580
+38% vs State
+190% vs US
Median Home Value
$779,000
+37% vs State
+268% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
+1% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,048
$504/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,455
$371/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 | $5,580 +4.6% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $5,333 +9.0% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $4,891 +6.8% | 0.73% |
| 2020 | $4,580 +7.7% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $4,253 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$102,840
per year
Monthly Tax
$465
per month
Other Counties in California
Yuba County
Tax: $2,865/yr Rate: 0.75%
Santa Cruz County
Tax: $6,305/yr Rate: 0.62%
Santa Clara County
Tax: $9,766/yr Rate: 0.71%
Colusa County
Tax: $2,481/yr Rate: 0.66%
Alpine County
Tax: $3,190/yr Rate: 0.68%
Mendocino County
Tax: $3,376/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sonoma County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sonoma County is $5,580 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $779,000.
How does Sonoma County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sonoma County are 190% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.72% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sonoma County? ▼
In Sonoma County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,048 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,455. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sonoma County? ▼
Property taxes in Sonoma County represent approximately 5.4% of the median household income of $102,840. 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.