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Modoc County

Modoc County, California

Effective Tax Rate

0.68%

Median Annual Tax

$1,445

How Modoc County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Modoc County$1,445
California State Average$4,045
National Average$1,924

Modoc County

0.68%

Effective rate

California Avg

0.71%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,976

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,222

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,445

Monthly Escrow

$120

Effective Rate

0.68%

vs. California State Average▼ 64.3% below
vs. National Average▼ 46.3% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Modoc County, California?
The effective property tax rate in Modoc County, California is 0.68%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Modoc County?
The median annual property tax payment in Modoc County is $1,445. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,976, while those without a mortgage pay $1,222.
How does Modoc County compare to the California average?
Modoc County's effective tax rate of 0.68% is lower than the California state average of 0.71%. The median annual property tax in Modoc County is $1,445, compared to the state average of $4,045.
What is the median home value in Modoc County, California?
The median home value in Modoc County, California is $212,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in California?
Property taxes in California are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

San Francisco County(CA)

Rate0.68%
Median Tax$9,412

Mariposa County(CA)

Rate0.68%
Median Tax$2,437

Alpine County(CA)

Rate0.68%
Median Tax$3,190

Merced County(CA)

Rate0.68%
Median Tax$2,487
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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