What is the property tax rate in Eureka, CA?

Eureka has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.65%. On a median home valued at $375,800, homeowners pay approximately $2,437 per year in property taxes.

How does Eureka compare to Humboldt County?

Eureka's effective rate of 0.65% is 2% higher than the Humboldt County average of 0.64%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,858, while Eureka homeowners pay an estimated $2,437.

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

Based on Eureka's effective rate of 0.65%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,950 per year, or about $163 per month.

Eureka Property Tax Rate

Humboldt County, California

0.65%effective rate

Eureka is located in Humboldt County, California. Homeowners in Eureka pay a median of $2,437 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $375,800, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.65%. This is 2% higher than the Humboldt County average of 0.64%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.65%

vs 0.64% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,437

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$375,800

2024 estimate

Population📍

26,302

Eureka, CA

How Eureka Compares

Eureka

0.65%

Humboldt County Average

0.64%

California Average

0.70%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Eureka

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,950

$163/month · Rate: 0.65%

Humboldt 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.