San Jose is in Santa Clara County, where high home values offset California's Prop 13 protections. Compare property tax rates, calculate your bill, and see how San Jose compares to California and U.S. averages.
Effective Rate
0.71%
Median Home Value
$1,382,800
Median Tax Bill
$9,763
Tax on $400K Home
$2,824
Calculate Property Tax in San Jose
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San Jose, California has an effective property tax rate of 0.71%. This is calculated as median property taxes paid divided by median home value in Santa Clara County, based on U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 data.
San Jose's effective rate of 0.71% compares to California's state average of 0.71%. This is lower than the state average.
The median home value in Santa Clara County (which includes San Jose) is $1,382,800, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
Property tax due dates vary by California county. Santa Clara County typically follows California state guidelines. Check with the county tax collector for exact deadlines.
Property tax in San Jose is calculated by multiplying your home's assessed value by the local effective tax rate (currently 0.71%). Exemptions like homestead, senior, or veteran exemptions may reduce your taxable value.