San Rafael Property Tax Rate

Marin County, California

0.80%effective rate

San Rafael is located in Marin County, California. Homeowners in San Rafael pay a median of $10,001 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $1,246,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.80%. This is 21% higher than the Marin County average of 0.66%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.80%

vs 0.66% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$10,001

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$1,246,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

60,604

San Rafael, CA

How San Rafael Compares

San Rafael
0.80%
Marin County Average
0.66%
California Average
0.70%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Marin County

Compare property tax rates for 2 cities in Marin County, California.

CityAnnual TaxRate
San Rafael$10,0010.80%
Novato$7,8950.78%

About Property Taxes in San Rafael

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,400

$200/month · Rate: 0.80%

Marin 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.