Tehama, Tehama County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Tehama, California
Median Tehama, California effective property tax rate: 0.97%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Tehama, California home value: $124,113
Median annual Tehama, California tax bill: $1,135, $1,265 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Tehama calculated?
Property taxes in Tehama, 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 Tehama's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Tehama, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Tehama, Tehama County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,204
$1,117
How Does the Tehama Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Tehama property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Tehama's median effective tax rate of 0.97% — based on actual property records in Tehama 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 Tehama'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 Tehama: rates range from 0.97% in 96090 to 0.97% in 96090, 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 Tehama.
About Tehama Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Tehama, Tehama, California
Tehama’s median effective property tax rate of 0.97% is lower than the California state median of 1.21% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Tehama 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 Tehama. Homeowners in ZIP code 96090 carry a median effective rate of 0.97%, while those in 96090 pay 0.97%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Tehama County. Understanding which part of Tehama you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Tehama 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 Tehama, 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 Tehama'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 Tehama Tax Rate
0.97%
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 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 Tehama, Tehama County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96090 | 0.87% | 0.94% | 0.97% | 1.00% | 1.01% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Tehama, Tehama County, California
When examining property taxes in Tehama, 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 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 are sent in the spring each year and 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 Tehama is $124,113, with a median tax bill of $1,135. The 25th percentile tax bill is $760, while the 75th percentile is $2,062 and the 90th percentile reaches $3,229. Zip code 96090 has the highest median home price at $124,113.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Tehama, Tehama County, California
Source: Ownwell
$31,263
$163,416
$295,568
Median Tehama Market Value
$124,113
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 Tehama, Tehama County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96090 | $47,497 | $85,631 | $124,113 | $223,686 | $324,161 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Tehama, Tehama County, California
Property tax bills in Tehama are calculated by applying the local property tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. The tax bill can also reflect local levies and voter-approved charges, so two homes with similar values may still owe different amounts. For homeowners, this means the bill is shaped not just by the home itself, but by the taxing jurisdictions that apply to the property.
With a median home price of $124,113, the typical tax burden in the area is relatively modest compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400. The 25th percentile tax bill is $760, while the 75th percentile is $2,062 and the 90th percentile is $3,229. In ZIP code 96090, the median tax bill is $1,135. These differences show how property taxes can vary widely, affecting monthly housing costs and overall affordability for Tehama homeowners.
Median Tehama Tax Bill
$1,135
Median Tehama County Tax Bill
$1,802
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Tehama, Tehama County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96090 | $374 | $760 | $1,135 | $2,062 | $3,229 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | November 30 |
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| Tehama Tax Assessor | |
| Website | common1.mptsweb.com |