San Francisco Property Tax Rate
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco is located in San Francisco County, California. Homeowners in San Francisco pay a median of $9,412 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $1,380,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.68%. This is 4% lower than the San Francisco County average of 0.71%.
0.68%
vs 0.71% county avg
$9,412
Per year
$1,380,500
2024 estimate
836,321
San Francisco, CA
How San Francisco Compares
About Property Taxes in San Francisco
Property taxes in San Francisco are collected by San Francisco County. Tax exemptions available to San Francisco County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in San Francisco. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the San Francisco County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,040
$170/month · Rate: 0.68%
San Francisco County Property Taxes
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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.