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Ventura County

Ventura County, California

Effective Tax Rate

0.69%

Median Annual Tax

$5,326

How Ventura County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Ventura County$5,326
California State Average$4,045
National Average$1,924

Ventura County

0.69%

Effective rate

California Avg

0.71%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$5,944

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,802

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$5,326

Monthly Escrow

$444

Effective Rate

0.69%

vs. California State Average▲ 31.7% above
vs. National Average▲ 98% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Ventura County, California?
The effective property tax rate in Ventura County, California is 0.69%. 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 Ventura County?
The median annual property tax payment in Ventura County is $5,326. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,944, while those without a mortgage pay $3,802.
How does Ventura County compare to the California average?
Ventura County's effective tax rate of 0.69% is lower than the California state average of 0.71%. The median annual property tax in Ventura County is $5,326, compared to the state average of $4,045.
What is the median home value in Ventura County, California?
The median home value in Ventura County, California is $768,400, 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

Los Angeles County(CA)

Rate0.69%
Median Tax$5,438

Mendocino County(CA)

Rate0.69%
Median Tax$3,376

Amador County(CA)

Rate0.70%
Median Tax$2,939

Napa County(CA)

Rate0.70%
Median Tax$5,840
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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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