San Francisco is unique — the city and county share the same boundaries. Compare property tax rates, calculate your bill, and see how San Francisco compares to California and U.S. averages.
Effective Rate
0.68%
Median Home Value
$1,380,500
Median Tax Bill
$9,415
Tax on $400K Home
$2,728
Calculate Property Tax in San Francisco
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San Francisco, California has an effective property tax rate of 0.68%. This is calculated as median property taxes paid divided by median home value in San Francisco County, based on U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 data.
San Francisco's effective rate of 0.68% compares to California's state average of 0.71%. This is lower than the state average.
The median home value in San Francisco County (which includes San Francisco) is $1,380,500, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
Property tax due dates vary by California county. San Francisco County typically follows California state guidelines. Check with the county tax collector for exact deadlines.
Property tax in San Francisco is calculated by multiplying your home's assessed value by the local effective tax rate (currently 0.68%). Exemptions like homestead, senior, or veteran exemptions may reduce your taxable value.