Lake Of The Woods, Kern County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Lake Of The Woods, California
Median Lake of the Woods, California effective property tax rate: 1.17%, higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Lake of the Woods, California home value: $148,042
Median annual Lake of the Woods, California tax bill: $1,731, $669 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Kern calculated?
Property taxes in Lake of the Woods, 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 Lake of the Woods's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Lake of the Woods, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Lake Of The Woods, Kern County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.17%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Lake of the Woods Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Lake of the Woods property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and the calculator applies Lake of the Woods's median effective tax rate of 1.17% — based on actual property records in Kern 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. The calculator applies Lake of the Woods'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 Lake of the Woods: rates can differ based on school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Lake of the Woods.
About Lake Of The Woods Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Lake Of The Woods, Kern, California
Lake Of The Woods’s median effective property tax rate of 1.17% is lower than the California state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Kern 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 Lake Of The Woods. Homeowners in the highest ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.17%, while those in the lowest ZIP code pay 1.17%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Kern County. Understanding which part of Lake Of The Woods you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Lake Of The Woods 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 Lake Of The Woods, Kern 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 Lake Of The Woods'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 Lake Of The Woods Tax Rate
1.17%
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 Kern County Tax Rate
1.43%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Lake Of The Woods, Kern County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Lake Of The Woods, Kern County, California
When examining property taxes in Lake of the Woods, 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 Kern 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 Kern County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month when notices are sent.
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 Lake of the Woods.
For example, the median home price in Lake of the Woods is $148,042, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. The median property tax bill is $1,731, compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Lake Of The Woods, Kern County, California
Source: Ownwell
$32,172
$245,261
$458,349
Median Lake Of The Woods Market Value
$148,042
Median Kern County Market Value
$219,332
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Lake Of The Woods, Kern County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Lake Of The Woods, Kern County, California
How are property tax bills calculated in Lake of the Woods?
Property tax bills in Lake of the Woods are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Kern County. The assessed value is used to determine how much tax a homeowner owes, so when a property’s market value changes, the tax bill can change as well. Local taxing authorities use this value to fund services such as schools, roads, and public safety.
For a home with a median value of $148,042, the property tax bill can vary widely depending on exemptions, assessments, and the tax rate applied. In Lake of the Woods, the 25th percentile tax bill is $1,008, while the 75th percentile is $2,461 and the 90th percentile reaches $2,844. That range shows how much location, home characteristics, and assessment details can affect what homeowners pay.
Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and median bill of $2,400, homeowners in Lake of the Woods may see bills that are lower or higher depending on their specific assessment.
Median Lake Of The Woods Tax Bill
$1,731
Median Kern County Tax Bill
$3,124
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Lake Of The Woods, Kern County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| 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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| Kern Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.kerncounty.com |