San Joaquin, Fresno County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in San Joaquin, California
Median San Joaquin, California effective property tax rate: 1.06%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median San Joaquin, California home value: $127,483
Median annual San Joaquin, California tax bill: $1,383, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Fresno calculated?
Property taxes in San Joaquin, 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 San Joaquin's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in San Joaquin, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
San Joaquin, Fresno County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the San Joaquin Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this San Joaquin property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies San Joaquin's median effective tax rate of 1.06% — based on actual property records in Fresno County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies San Joaquin'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 San Joaquin: rates range from 1.06% in 93660 to 1.06% in 93660, 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 San Joaquin.
About San Joaquin Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in San Joaquin, Fresno, California
San Joaquin’s median effective property tax rate of 1.06% is higher than the California state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Fresno 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 San Joaquin. Homeowners in the 93660 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.06%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 1.06%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Fresno County. Understanding which part of San Joaquin you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
San Joaquin 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 San Joaquin, Fresno 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 San Joaquin'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 San Joaquin Tax Rate
1.06%
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 Fresno County Tax Rate
1.22%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across San Joaquin, Fresno County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93660 | 0.99% | 1.05% | 1.06% | 1.10% | 1.12% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across San Joaquin, Fresno County, California
When examining property taxes in San Joaquin, 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 Fresno 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 Fresno County, assessment notices are sent in July 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. For example, the median home price in San Joaquin is $127,483, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Zip code 93660 has the highest median home price at $127,483.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across San Joaquin, Fresno County, California
Source: Ownwell
$64,107
$286,046
$507,985
Median San Joaquin Market Value
$127,483
Median Fresno County Market Value
$245,047
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across San Joaquin, Fresno County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93660 | $53,817 | $93,046 | $127,483 | $171,922 | $255,000 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across San Joaquin, Fresno County, California
Property tax bills in San Joaquin are based on the assessed value of a home, which is tied to the market value of the property and the local tax rate. For a home with a median market value of $127,483, the bill can vary widely depending on the property’s assessed value and any local levies that apply.
What homeowners pay is shaped by where the home is located within Fresno County and how that assessment compares with the broader tax base. In this area, the median property tax bill is $1,383, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and also below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
For many homeowners, this means property taxes are a meaningful part of housing costs, but often less burdensome than in higher-tax markets. Bills at the 25th percentile are $995, while the 75th percentile reaches $1,883, showing how much taxes can change from one home to another.
Median San Joaquin Tax Bill
$1,383
Median Fresno County Tax Bill
$2,963
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across San Joaquin, Fresno County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93660 | $569 | $995 | $1,383 | $1,883 | $2,749 |
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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| Fresno Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.co.fresno.ca.us |