Lassen County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 6,180.
The median annual property tax in Lassen County is $1,868, which is 54% lower than the California state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $259,500. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,868
-54% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$259,500
-54% vs State
+23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
+1% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,144
$179/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,445
$120/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 | $1,868 +12.5% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $1,660 +2.8% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $1,615 +4.1% | 0.76% |
| 2020 | $1,551 +3.9% | 0.75% |
| 2019 | $1,493 | 0.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,395
per year
Monthly Tax
$156
per month
Other Counties in California
San Francisco County
Tax: $9,412/yr Rate: 0.68%
Stanislaus County
Tax: $3,025/yr Rate: 0.71%
Los Angeles County
Tax: $5,438/yr Rate: 0.69%
Humboldt County
Tax: $2,731/yr Rate: 0.65%
Trinity County
Tax: $1,772/yr Rate: 0.54%
Monterey County
Tax: $4,782/yr Rate: 0.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lassen County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lassen County is $1,868 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $259,500.
How does Lassen County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lassen County are 3% below 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 Lassen County? ▼
In Lassen County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,144 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,445. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lassen County? ▼
Property taxes in Lassen County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $64,395. 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.