Tehama County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 16,574.
The median annual property tax in Tehama County is $1,996, which is 51% lower than the California state average and 4% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $315,600. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,996
-51% vs State
+4% vs US
Median Home Value
$315,600
-45% vs State
+49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.63%
-11% vs State
-34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,308
$192/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,455
$121/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 | $1,996 +10.4% | 0.63% |
| 2022 | $1,808 +12.1% | 0.62% |
| 2021 | $1,613 +9.0% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $1,480 +3.4% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $1,431 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,834
per year
Monthly Tax
$166
per month
Other Counties in California
Inyo County
Tax: $2,392/yr Rate: 0.71%
Ventura County
Tax: $5,326/yr Rate: 0.69%
San Luis Obispo County
Tax: $5,475/yr Rate: 0.70%
Sutter County
Tax: $3,111/yr Rate: 0.78%
Calaveras County
Tax: $3,154/yr Rate: 0.71%
Orange County
Tax: $6,096/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tehama County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tehama County is $1,996 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $315,600.
How does Tehama County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tehama County are 4% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tehama County? ▼
In Tehama County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,308 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,455. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tehama County? ▼
Property taxes in Tehama County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $61,834. 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.