Chico, Tehama County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Chico, California
Median Chico, California effective property tax rate: 1.04%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Chico, California home value: $68,740
Median annual Chico, California tax bill: $650, $1,750 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Tehama calculated?
Property taxes in Chico, 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 Chico's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Chico, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Chico, Tehama County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$715
$663
How Does the Chico Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Chico property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Chico's median effective tax rate of 1.04% — based on actual property records in Tehama 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 Chico'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 Chico: rates range from 650 in 95973 to 650 in 95973, 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 Chico.
About Chico Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Chico, Tehama, California
Chico’s median effective property tax rate of 1.04% is lower than the California state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Tehama County base levy combined with local school district levies and other local assessments that can vary by neighborhood.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Chico. Homeowners in ZIP code 95973 carry a median effective rate of 1.04%, and the same ZIP also has the city’s median tax bill of $650. That consistency shows how local boundaries shape what homeowners pay, even within the same city.
Chico homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the 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 Chico, Tehama 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 Chico'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 Chico Tax Rate
1.04%
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 Tehama County Tax Rate
1.01%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Chico, Tehama County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95973 | 0.97% | 0.99% | 1.04% | 1.07% | 1.09% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Chico, Tehama County, California
When examining property taxes in Chico, 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 Tehama 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 Tehama 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 Chico.
For example, the median home price in Chico is $68,740, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 95973 has the highest median home price at $68,740.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Chico, Tehama County, California
Source: Ownwell
$31,263
$163,416
$295,568
Median Chico Market Value
$68,740
Median Tehama County Market Value
$194,200
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Chico, Tehama County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95973 | $25,315 | $44,928 | $68,740 | $185,039 | $268,866 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Chico, Tehama County, California
Property tax bills in Chico are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price, and the local tax rate is applied to that value to determine what a homeowner owes. For Chico, the median home price is $68,740, which helps show how tax bills can vary depending on a property’s assessed value and any local levies that apply.
The amount a homeowner pays also depends on factors such as exemptions, special assessments, and changes in the property’s assessed value over time. In Chico, the tax bill at the 25th percentile is $487, while the 75th percentile is $1,849 and the 90th percentile is $2,639. The highest and lowest median tax bill is $650 in ZIP code 95973.
Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400, Chico homeowners often see lower bills, but even modest changes in assessment can affect annual costs.
Median Chico Tax Bill
$650
Median Tehama County Tax Bill
$1,802
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Chico, Tehama County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95973 | $285 | $487 | $650 | $1,849 | $2,639 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | November 30 |
Links | |
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| Tehama Tax Assessor | |
| Website | common1.mptsweb.com |