Scotia, Humboldt County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Scotia, California
Median Scotia, California effective property tax rate: 1.04%, slightly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Scotia, California home value: $230,730
Median annual Scotia, California tax bill: $2,427, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Humboldt County calculated?
Property taxes in Scotia, 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 Scotia's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Scotia, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Scotia, Humboldt County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,400
$2,227
How Does the Scotia Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Scotia property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Scotia's median effective tax rate of 1.04% — based on actual property records in Humboldt County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal 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 Scotia'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 Scotia: rates range from 1.04% in 95565 to 1.04% in 95565, 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 Scotia.
About Scotia Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Scotia, Humboldt, California
Scotia’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 Humboldt County levy and local assessments that shape property taxes across the area.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Scotia. Homeowners in the 95565 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.04%, while the lowest rate is also 1.04%. That means there is no spread across the city, but your assessed value still plays a major role in your annual bill.
Scotia homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Humboldt County Tax Assessor before the November 30, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill 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 Scotia, Humboldt 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 Scotia'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 Ă· 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 Scotia Tax Rate
1.04%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Humboldt County Tax Rate
1.08%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Scotia, Humboldt County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95565 | 1.01% | 1.02% | 1.04% | 1.07% | 1.16% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Scotia, Humboldt County, California
When examining property taxes in Scotia, 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 Humboldt 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 Humboldt 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. The median home price in Scotia is $230,730, with a median tax bill of $2,427. For comparison, the national median property tax rate is 1.02% and the national median property tax bill is $2,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Scotia, Humboldt County, California
Source: Ownwell
$43,347
$206,578
$369,809
Median Scotia Market Value
$230,730
Median Humboldt County Market Value
$238,477
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Scotia, Humboldt County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95565 | $59,880 | $158,210 | $230,730 | $288,405 | $331,194 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Scotia, Humboldt County, California
Property tax bills in Scotia are calculated based on the assessed value of a home, which is then multiplied by the local tax rate. In Humboldt County, the median home price is $230,730, and that value helps shape the size of a homeowner’s bill. The amount owed can vary depending on the assessed market value, local levies, and any voter-approved charges that apply to the property.
For many homeowners, the property tax bill is one of the largest ongoing housing costs. In Scotia, the median tax bill is $2,427, which is slightly above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Bills can range from $1,580 at the 25th percentile to $2,968 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile reaching $3,427. These differences show how property taxes can affect homeowners differently, even within the same city, depending on the assessed value and local tax structure.
Median Scotia Tax Bill
$2,427
Median Humboldt County Tax Bill
$2,611
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Scotia, Humboldt County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95565 | $612 | $1,580 | $2,427 | $2,968 | $3,427 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | November 30 |
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| Humboldt Tax Assessor | |
| Website | common1.mptsweb.com |