Richmond Property Tax Rate
Contra Costa County, California
Richmond is located in Contra Costa County, California. Homeowners in Richmond pay a median of $6,113 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $650,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.94%. This is 13% higher than the Contra Costa County average of 0.83%.
0.94%
vs 0.83% county avg
$6,113
Per year
$650,100
2024 estimate
115,396
Richmond, CA
How Richmond Compares
Cities in Contra Costa County
Compare property tax rates for 15 cities in Contra Costa County, California.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Brentwood | $7,891 | 1.00% |
| Oakley | $6,216 | 0.98% |
| Hercules | $7,230 | 0.98% |
| Richmond | $6,113 | 0.94% |
| El Cerrito | $9,421 | 0.85% |
| San Pablo | $4,252 | 0.82% |
| Pittsburg | $4,494 | 0.77% |
| Antioch | $4,532 | 0.75% |
| San Ramon | $10,001 | 0.74% |
| Martinez | $6,028 | 0.73% |
| Pleasant Hill | $7,232 | 0.69% |
| Concord | $5,119 | 0.68% |
| Walnut Creek | $6,910 | 0.67% |
| Danville | $10,001 | 0.63% |
| Lafayette | $10,001 | 0.50% |
About Property Taxes in Richmond
Property taxes in Richmond are collected by Contra Costa County. Tax exemptions available to Contra Costa County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Richmond. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Contra Costa County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,820
$235/month · Rate: 0.94%
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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.