Inyo County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 5,316.
The median annual property tax in Inyo County is $2,392, which is 41% lower than the California state average and 24% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $338,400. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,392
-41% vs State
+24% vs US
Median Home Value
$338,400
-41% vs State
+60% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.71%
+0% vs State
-25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,947
$246/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,866
$156/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 | $2,392 +8.0% | 0.71% |
| 2022 | $2,215 +7.1% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $2,069 +4.6% | 0.71% |
| 2020 | $1,978 -3.3% | 0.77% |
| 2019 | $2,045 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,432
per year
Monthly Tax
$199
per month
Other Counties in California
Santa Clara County
Tax: $9,766/yr Rate: 0.71%
Merced County
Tax: $2,487/yr Rate: 0.68%
Alameda County
Tax: $8,061/yr Rate: 0.76%
Yolo County
Tax: $4,567/yr Rate: 0.77%
San Benito County
Tax: $6,078/yr Rate: 0.81%
Lassen County
Tax: $1,868/yr Rate: 0.72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Inyo County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Inyo County is $2,392 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $338,400.
How does Inyo County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Inyo County are 24% 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 Inyo County? ▼
In Inyo County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,947 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,866. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Inyo County? ▼
Property taxes in Inyo County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $72,432. 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.