Tuolumne County, California Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for California. Population: 16,912.
The median annual property tax in Tuolumne County is $2,737, which is 32% lower than the California state average and 42% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $406,200. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,737
-32% vs State
+42% vs US
Median Home Value
$406,200
-29% vs State
+92% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
-6% vs State
-29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,887
$241/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,498
$208/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 | $2,737 +6.5% | 0.67% |
| 2022 | $2,570 +10.2% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $2,333 +2.8% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $2,270 +5.2% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $2,157 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,259
per year
Monthly Tax
$228
per month
Other Counties in California
Calaveras County
Tax: $3,154/yr Rate: 0.71%
Mendocino County
Tax: $3,376/yr Rate: 0.69%
Napa County
Tax: $5,840/yr Rate: 0.70%
Sacramento County
Tax: $3,768/yr Rate: 0.76%
Marin County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 0.72%
Mono County
Tax: $3,936/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tuolumne County, California? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tuolumne County is $2,737 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $406,200.
How does Tuolumne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tuolumne County are 42% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tuolumne County? ▼
In Tuolumne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,887 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,498. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tuolumne County? ▼
Property taxes in Tuolumne County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $72,259. 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.