Calaveras County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 15,099.
The median annual property tax in Calaveras County is $3,154, which is 22% lower than the California state average and 64% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $441,800. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,154
-22% vs State
+64% vs US
Median Home Value
$441,800
-22% vs State
+109% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.71%
+0% vs State
-25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,396
$283/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,787
$232/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 | $3,154 +7.5% | 0.71% |
| 2022 | $2,933 +6.3% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $2,758 +4.7% | 0.78% |
| 2020 | $2,635 +4.2% | 0.78% |
| 2019 | $2,528 | 0.79% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,877
per year
Monthly Tax
$263
per month
Other Counties in California
Shasta County
Tax: $2,442/yr Rate: 0.70%
Kings County
Tax: $2,295/yr Rate: 0.75%
Butte County
Tax: $2,819/yr Rate: 0.69%
Alpine County
Tax: $3,190/yr Rate: 0.68%
El Dorado County
Tax: $4,510/yr Rate: 0.70%
Orange County
Tax: $6,096/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Calaveras County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Calaveras County is $3,154 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $441,800.
How does Calaveras County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Calaveras County are 64% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.71% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Calaveras County? ▼
In Calaveras County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,396 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,787. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Calaveras County? ▼
Property taxes in Calaveras County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $79,877. 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.