Yountville, Napa County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Yountville, California
Median Yountville, California effective property tax rate: 1.11%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Yountville, California home value: $481,082
Median annual Yountville, California tax bill: $5,534, $3,134 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Napa calculated?
Property taxes in Yountville, 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 Yountville's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Yountville, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Yountville, Napa County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.11%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$5,340
$4,955
How Does the Yountville Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Yountville property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Yountville's median effective tax rate of 1.11% — based on actual property records in Napa 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 Yountville'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 Yountville: rates range from 1.11% in 94599 to 1.11% in 94599, 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 Yountville.
About Yountville Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Yountville, Napa, California
Yountville’s median effective property tax rate of 1.11% is higher than the California state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Napa 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 Yountville. Homeowners in the 94599 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.11%, while those in 94599 pay 1.11%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Napa County. Understanding which part of Yountville you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Yountville 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 Yountville, Napa 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 Yountville'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 Yountville Tax Rate
1.11%
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 Napa County Tax Rate
1.24%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Yountville, Napa County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94599 | 1.00% | 1.10% | 1.11% | 1.12% | 1.14% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Yountville, Napa County, California
When examining property taxes in Yountville, 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 Napa 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 Napa County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
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 Yountville is $481,082, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 94599 has the highest median home price at $481,082, and the median tax bill is $5,534, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Yountville, Napa County, California
Source: Ownwell
$243,131
$1,223,537
$2,203,942
Median Yountville Market Value
$481,082
Median Napa County Market Value
$488,969
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Yountville, Napa County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94599 | $65,824 | $122,045 | $481,082 | $968,520 | $1,481,938 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Yountville, Napa County, California
Property tax bills in Yountville are calculated by applying the local property tax rate to the assessed value of a home. The assessed value is based on the market value of the property, and local taxing authorities use that figure to determine how much a homeowner owes each year. For many homeowners, the bill reflects both the home’s value and the tax rate set for Napa County and other local jurisdictions.
The median home price is $481,082, and the median property tax bill is $5,534 in ZIP code 94599. That is well above the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills can vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $1,348, the 75th percentile at $11,104, and the 90th percentile at $17,153. Higher assessed values generally lead to higher tax bills, which can significantly affect monthly housing costs and overall affordability for homeowners.
Median Yountville Tax Bill
$5,534
Median Napa County Tax Bill
$6,259
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Yountville, Napa County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94599 | $679 | $1,348 | $5,534 | $11,104 | $17,153 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | November 30 |
Links | |
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| Napa Tax Assessor | |
| Website | common1.mptsweb.com |