What is the property tax rate in Berkeley, CA?

Berkeley has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.74%. On a median home valued at $1,351,100, homeowners pay approximately $10,001 per year in property taxes.

How does Berkeley compare to Alameda County?

Berkeley's effective rate of 0.74% is 5% lower than the Alameda County average of 0.78%. The county-wide median annual tax is $8,474, while Berkeley homeowners pay an estimated $10,001.

How much are property taxes in Berkeley on a $300,000 home?

Based on Berkeley's effective rate of 0.74%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,220 per year, or about $185 per month.

Berkeley Property Tax Rate

Alameda County, California

0.74%effective rate

Berkeley is located in Alameda County, California. Homeowners in Berkeley pay a median of $10,001 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $1,351,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.74%. This is 5% lower than the Alameda County average of 0.78%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.74%

vs 0.78% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$10,001

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$1,351,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

120,223

Berkeley, CA

How Berkeley Compares

Berkeley

0.74%

Alameda County Average

0.78%

California Average

0.70%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Alameda County

Compare property tax rates for 13 cities in Alameda County, California.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Oakland	438,072	$7,855	0.85%
Dublin	70,542	$10,001	0.82%
Livermore	85,870	$8,272	0.80%
Alameda	76,876	$9,587	0.80%
Union City	68,141	$8,139	0.77%
Berkeley	120,223	$10,001	0.74%
San Leandro	88,531	$5,832	0.72%
Castro Valley	65,389	$7,611	0.72%
Fremont	228,518	$9,025	0.70%
Pleasanton	77,500	$10,001	0.70%
Newark	47,145	$7,653	0.70%
Hayward	159,201	$5,519	0.67%
San Lorenzo	29,453	$5,437	0.65%

About Property Taxes in Berkeley

Property taxes in Berkeley are collected by Alameda County. Tax exemptions available to Alameda County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Berkeley. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Alameda County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,220

$185/month · Rate: 0.74%

Alameda County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.