Paradise, Butte County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Paradise, California
Median Paradise, California effective property tax rate: 1.04%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Paradise, California home value: $300,821
Median annual Paradise, California tax bill: $2,757, $357 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Butte County calculated?
Property taxes in Paradise, California are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Paradise's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Paradise, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Paradise, Butte County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$3,129
$2,903
How Does the Paradise Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Paradise property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Paradise's median effective tax rate of 1.04% — based on actual property records in Butte County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment system uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Paradise's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Paradise: rates range from 1.04% in 95969 to 1.04% in 95969, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Paradise.
About Paradise Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Paradise, Butte, California
Paradise’s median effective property tax rate of 1.04% is lower than the California state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Butte County base levy combined with local school district levies and Mello-Roos Community Facility Districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Paradise. Homeowners in the 95969 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.04%, while those in the lowest ZIP also pay 1.04%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Butte County. Understanding which part of Paradise you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Paradise homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the November 30, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Paradise, Butte County, California
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Paradise's effective property tax rate to other cities in California and the median property tax rates in California and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Paradise Tax Rate
1.04%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Butte County Tax Rate
1.07%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Paradise, Butte County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95969 | 0.50% | 1.03% | 1.04% | 1.06% | 1.08% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Paradise, Butte County, California
When examining property taxes in Paradise, California, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Butte County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Butte County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of July.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Paradise.
For example, the median home price in Paradise is $300,821, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 95969 has the highest median home price at $300,821.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Paradise, Butte County, California
Source: Ownwell
$79,257
$232,106
$384,954
Median Paradise Market Value
$300,821
Median Butte County Market Value
$272,170
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Paradise, Butte County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95969 | $114,493 | $192,688 | $300,821 | $421,362 | $542,395 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Paradise, Butte County, California
Property tax bills in Paradise are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Butte County. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which can affect the amount owed each year. For a home with a median price of $300,821, the tax bill can vary widely depending on location, exemptions, and how the property is assessed.
Homeowners in Paradise may see bills that differ from the national median property tax bill of $2,400. In this area, the median tax bill is $2,757 in ZIP code 95969, which is above the national median. Bills at the 25th percentile are $1,504, while the 75th percentile is $4,200 and the 90th percentile is $5,569.
These differences matter because property taxes are a recurring cost that can affect monthly budgets and long-term housing affordability.
Median Paradise Tax Bill
$2,757
Median Butte County Tax Bill
$2,669
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Paradise, Butte County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95969 | $541 | $1,504 | $2,757 | $4,200 | $5,569 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Property Valuation Date | January 1 |
| Appeal Deadline | November 30 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | December 10 |
| Due Date #2 | April 10 |
Links | |
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| Butte Tax Assessor | |
| Website | assr.parcelquest.com |