Arbuckle, Colusa County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Arbuckle, California
Median Arbuckle, California effective property tax rate: 1.15%, higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Arbuckle, California home value: $221,612
Median annual Arbuckle, California tax bill: $2,625, $225 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Colusa calculated?
Property taxes in Arbuckle, 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 Arbuckle's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Arbuckle, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Arbuckle, Colusa County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.15%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,549
$2,365
How Does the Arbuckle Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Arbuckle property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Arbuckle's median effective tax rate of 1.15% — based on actual property records in Colusa 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 Arbuckle'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 Arbuckle: rates range from 1.15% in 95912 to 1.15% in 95912, 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 Arbuckle.
About Arbuckle Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Arbuckle, Colusa, California
Arbuckle’s median effective property tax rate of 1.15% is lower than the California state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Colusa 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 Arbuckle. Homeowners in the 95912 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.15%, and the same ZIP also reflects the city’s median tax bill of $2,625. Understanding which part of Arbuckle you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Arbuckle 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 Arbuckle, Colusa 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 Arbuckle'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 Arbuckle Tax Rate
1.15%
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 Colusa County Tax Rate
1.14%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Arbuckle, Colusa County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95912 | 1.10% | 1.11% | 1.15% | 1.29% | 1.60% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arbuckle, Colusa County, California
When examining property taxes in Arbuckle, 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 Colusa County assessment office 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 Colusa County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of May.
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. For example, the median home price in Arbuckle is $221,612, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 95912 has the highest median home price at $221,612.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arbuckle, Colusa County, California
Source: Ownwell
$89,555
$155,584
$221,612
Median Arbuckle Market Value
$221,612
Median Colusa County Market Value
$188,260
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arbuckle, Colusa County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95912 | $70,364 | $113,881 | $221,612 | $340,012 | $455,599 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Arbuckle, Colusa County, California
Property tax bills in Arbuckle are based on the assessed value of a home, which is tied to the market value of the property and adjusted by the local tax rate. For a home with a median value of $221,612, the bill can vary widely depending on location, exemptions, and any changes in assessed value. In Colusa County, the median tax bill is $2,625, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and slightly above the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Homeowners should expect their tax bill to reflect not just the home’s value, but also how local assessments are applied. In Arbuckle, bills range from $1,328 at the 25th percentile to $4,603 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile reaching $5,606. That means two similar homes can face very different bills if their assessed values or tax treatments differ.
Median Arbuckle Tax Bill
$2,625
Median Colusa County Tax Bill
$2,133
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Arbuckle, Colusa County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95912 | $834 | $1,328 | $2,625 | $4,603 | $5,606 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | November 30 |
Links | |
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| Colusa Tax Assessor | |
| Website | assr.parcelquest.com |