Verdi, Sierra County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Verdi, California
Median Verdi, California effective property tax rate: 1.01%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Verdi, California home value: $425,788
Median annual Verdi, California tax bill: $4,275, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Sierra calculated?
Property taxes in Verdi, 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 Verdi's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Verdi, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Verdi, Sierra County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.01%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$4,300
$3,991
How Does the Verdi Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Verdi property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Verdi's median effective tax rate of 1.01% — based on actual property records in Sierra 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. Our calculator applies Verdi'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 Verdi: rates range from local differences in school district levies and assessment districts, which can shift your final tax bill above or below the $2,400 national median property tax bill.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Verdi.
About Verdi Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Verdi, Sierra, California
Verdi's median effective property tax rate of 1.01% is lower than the California state median of 1.21% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Sierra 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 Verdi. Homeowners in the highest ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.01%, while those in the lowest ZIP code pay 1.01%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Sierra County. Understanding which part of Verdi you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Verdi homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the September 15, 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 Verdi, Sierra 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 Verdi'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 Verdi Tax Rate
1.01%
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 Sierra County Tax Rate
1.25%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Verdi, Sierra County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89439 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Verdi, Sierra County, California
When examining property taxes in Verdi, 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 Sierra 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 Sierra 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 Verdi, the median home price is $425,788, and the median property tax bill is $4,275, compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400. Tax bills range from $3,369 at the 25th percentile to $8,879 at the 90th percentile.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Verdi, Sierra County, California
Source: Ownwell
$61,498
$193,078
$324,658
Median Verdi Market Value
$425,788
Median Sierra County Market Value
$205,413
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Verdi, Sierra County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89439 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Verdi, Sierra County, California
How Are Property Tax Bills Calculated in Verdi?
Property tax bills in Verdi are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can also change, which affects the final tax bill. For homeowners, this means a higher-valued home often leads to a larger bill, while a lower assessed value can reduce what is owed.
In Verdi, the median home price is $425,788, and property tax bills vary widely across homeowners. The 25th percentile tax bill is $3,369, the 75th percentile is $5,732, and the 90th percentile reaches $8,879. Compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400, many Verdi homeowners pay more than the typical U.S. homeowner. That makes understanding how property taxes are calculated especially important for budgeting and long-term housing costs.
Median Verdi Tax Bill
$4,275
Median Sierra County Tax Bill
$2,584
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Verdi, Sierra County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89439 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | September 15 |
Links | |
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| Sierra Tax Assessor | |
| Website | assr.parcelquest.com |