Imperial, Imperial County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Imperial, California
Median Imperial, California effective property tax rate: 1.19%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and slightly lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Imperial, California home value: $251,382
Median annual Imperial, California tax bill: $3,361, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Imperial County calculated?
Property taxes in Imperial, 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 Imperial's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Imperial, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Imperial, Imperial County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.19%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,991
$2,776
How Does the Imperial Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Imperial property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Imperial's median effective tax rate of 1.19% — based on actual property records in Imperial 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 Imperial'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 Imperial: rates range from 3.361% in 92251 to 3.361% in 92251, 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 Imperial.
About Imperial Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Imperial, Imperial, California
Imperial’s median effective property tax rate of 1.19% is lower than the California state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Imperial 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 Imperial. Homeowners in the 92251 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.19%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 1.19%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Imperial County. Understanding which part of Imperial you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Imperial 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 Imperial, Imperial 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 Imperial’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 Imperial Tax Rate
1.19%
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 Imperial County Tax Rate
1.17%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Imperial, Imperial County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92251 | 1.10% | 1.13% | 1.19% | 1.49% | 2.09% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Imperial, Imperial County, California
When examining property taxes in Imperial, 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 Imperial 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 Imperial 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 Imperial is $251,382, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 92251 has the highest median home price at $251,382.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Imperial, Imperial County, California
Source: Ownwell
$21,880
$136,631
$251,382
Median Imperial Market Value
$251,382
Median Imperial County Market Value
$177,768
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Imperial, Imperial County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92251 | $104,364 | $175,104 | $251,382 | $307,182 | $368,207 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Imperial, Imperial County, California
Property tax bills in Imperial are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Imperial County. The bill is determined by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable rate, so homes with higher assessed values generally face larger tax bills. Factors such as the property’s market value, local levies, and any exemptions can all affect the final amount.
For homeowners, this means tax bills can vary widely even within the same city. In Imperial, the median home price is $251,382, and the median property tax bill is $3,361, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Bills in the city also range from $2,252 at the 25th percentile to $5,277 at the 90th percentile, showing how much the cost can rise for higher-valued homes.
Median Imperial Tax Bill
$3,361
Median Imperial County Tax Bill
$2,267
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Imperial, Imperial County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92251 | $1,313 | $2,252 | $3,361 | $4,397 | $5,277 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | November 30 |
Links | |
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| Imperial Tax Assessor | |
| Website | common1.mptsweb.com |