San Mateo County

San Mateo County, California

Effective Tax Rate

0.61%

Median Annual Tax

$9,167

How San Mateo County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

San Mateo County$9,167

California State Average$4,045

National Average$1,924

San Mateo County

0.61%

Effective rate

California Avg

0.71%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$10,001

per year

Without Mortgage

$6,267

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$9,167

Monthly Escrow

$764

Effective Rate

0.61%

vs. California State Average▲ 126.6% above

vs. National Average▲ 240.8% above

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in San Mateo County, California?

The effective property tax rate in San Mateo County, California is 0.61%. 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 San Mateo County?

The median annual property tax payment in San Mateo County is $9,167. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $10,001, while those without a mortgage pay $6,267.

How does San Mateo County compare to the California average?

San Mateo County's effective tax rate of 0.61% is lower than the California state average of 0.71%. The median annual property tax in San Mateo County is $9,167, compared to the state average of $4,045.

What is the median home value in San Mateo County, California?

The median home value in San Mateo County, California is $1,494,500, 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.

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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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