Walnut Creek Property Tax Rate
Contra Costa County, California
Walnut Creek is located in Contra Costa County, California. Homeowners in Walnut Creek pay a median of $6,910 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $1,031,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.67%. This is 19% lower than the Contra Costa County average of 0.83%.
0.67%
vs 0.83% county avg
$6,910
Per year
$1,031,100
2024 estimate
69,790
Walnut Creek, CA
How Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek
Property taxes in Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek. 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
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$168/month · Rate: 0.67%
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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.