Davis, Yolo County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Davis, California
Median Davis, California effective property tax rate: 1.43%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Davis, California home value: $494,760
Median annual Davis, California tax bill: $7,097, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Yolo calculated?
Property taxes in Davis, 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 Davis's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Davis, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Davis, Yolo County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.43%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$7,075
$6,565
How Does the Davis Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Davis property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Davis's median effective tax rate of 1.43% — based on actual property records in Yolo 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 Davis'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 Davis: rates range from $6,818 in 95616 to $7,451 in 95618, 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 Davis.
About Davis Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Davis, Yolo, California
Davis’s median effective property tax rate of 1.43% is higher than the California state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Yolo County base levy combined with local school district levies and other local charges that can vary by neighborhood.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Davis. Homeowners in the 95618 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.46%, while those in 95616 pay 1.42%. This spread — 0.04 percentage points across the same city — shows how location can affect your annual tax bill.
Davis homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Yolo County Tax Assessor before November 30, 2026.
If your estimated bill 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 Davis, Yolo 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 Davis'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 Davis Tax Rate
1.43%
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 Yolo County Tax Rate
1.32%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Davis, Yolo County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95616 | 1.24% | 1.31% | 1.42% | 1.63% | 2.07% |
| 95618 | 1.28% | 1.36% | 1.46% | 1.64% | 1.92% |
| 95679 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Davis, Yolo County, California
When examining property taxes in Davis, 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 Yolo 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 Yolo 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. 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 Davis.
For example, the median home price in Davis is $494,760, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 95618 has the highest median home price at $518,798.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Davis, Yolo County, California
Source: Ownwell
$124,428
$462,128
$799,828
Median Davis Market Value
$494,760
Median Yolo County Market Value
$365,726
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Davis, Yolo County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95616 | $144,308 | $270,308 | $477,373 | $716,863 | $927,434 |
| 95618 | $189,381 | $312,435 | $518,798 | $725,766 | $967,089 |
| 95679 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Davis, Yolo County, California
Property tax bills in Davis are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price. Local tax rates are applied to that assessed value to determine the annual bill, so changes in home value, exemptions, and local levies can all affect what a homeowner owes.
With a median home price of $494,760, property taxes can add up quickly. The 25th percentile tax bill is $4,503, while the 75th percentile is $9,879, and the 90th percentile reaches $12,809. That range shows how much bills can vary from one home to another, even within the same city.
For homeowners, this means a higher assessed value can lead to a larger tax bill, while qualifying exemptions may help reduce it. In Davis, the difference between neighborhoods is also clear, with median tax bills ranging from $6,818 in ZIP code 95616 to $7,451 in ZIP code 95618.
Median Davis Tax Bill
$7,097
Median Yolo County Tax Bill
$4,966
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Davis, Yolo County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95616 | $2,779 | $4,317 | $6,818 | $9,777 | $12,604 |
| 95618 | $2,823 | $4,822 | $7,451 | $10,033 | $13,049 |
| 95679 | 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 | November 30 |
Links | |
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| Yolo Tax Assessor | |
| Website | common1.mptsweb.com |