Monterey County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 69,033.
The median annual property tax in Monterey County is $4,782, which is 18% higher than the California state average and 149% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $723,100. Property taxes represent 5.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,782
+18% vs State
+149% vs US
Median Home Value
$723,100
+27% vs State
+242% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
-7% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,366
$447/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,540
$295/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 | $4,782 +6.4% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $4,494 +7.8% | 0.66% |
| 2021 | $4,168 +7.2% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $3,887 +7.6% | 0.69% |
| 2019 | $3,611 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$94,486
per year
Monthly Tax
$399
per month
Other Counties in California
Tehama County
Tax: $1,996/yr Rate: 0.63%
Tulare County
Tax: $2,213/yr Rate: 0.73%
Solano County
Tax: $4,408/yr Rate: 0.75%
Amador County
Tax: $2,939/yr Rate: 0.70%
Siskiyou County
Tax: $1,880/yr Rate: 0.66%
Sierra County
Tax: $2,590/yr Rate: 0.78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Monterey County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Monterey County is $4,782 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $723,100.
How does Monterey County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Monterey County are 149% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Monterey County? ▼
In Monterey County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,366 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,540. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Monterey County? ▼
Property taxes in Monterey County represent approximately 5.1% of the median household income of $94,486. 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.