Plumas County, California Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Plumas County?

Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Plumas County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.

Below, compare Plumas County's effective property tax rate to other counties in California or the U.S. median of 1.02%.

Plumas County's median effective rate stands at 1.10%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within Plumas County, the highest rate is found in Westwood at 1.22%, while Last Chance has the lowest at 0.98%.

These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, Mello-Roos Community Facility Districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.

Property tax bills in Plumas County are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate. For a county with a median home price of $250,988, the bill can vary widely depending on the property’s assessed market value and the taxing jurisdictions that apply. Homeowners with higher-value properties generally pay more, while lower-assessed homes may see smaller bills.

The county’s property tax burden also varies by location. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,469, while the 75th percentile is $4,529 and the 90th percentile reaches $7,207. That spread shows how much neighborhood, school district, and other local levies can affect what a homeowner owes. In some areas, such as Gold Mountain, the median tax bill is $8,687, while Last Chance has a median of $711. Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400, Plumas County homeowners may face bills that are either below or well above the national norm.