San Luis Obispo Property Tax Rate
San Luis Obispo County, California
San Luis Obispo is located in San Luis Obispo County, California. Homeowners in San Luis Obispo pay a median of $5,528 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $896,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.62%. This is 9% lower than the San Luis Obispo County average of 0.68%.
0.62%
vs 0.68% county avg
$5,528
Per year
$896,500
2024 estimate
48,039
San Luis Obispo, CA
How San Luis Obispo Compares
Cities in San Luis Obispo County
Compare property tax rates for 3 cities in San Luis Obispo County, California.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Atascadero | $4,923 | 0.73% |
| El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles) | $4,629 | 0.71% |
| San Luis Obispo | $5,528 | 0.62% |
About Property Taxes in San Luis Obispo
Property taxes in San Luis Obispo are collected by San Luis Obispo County. Tax exemptions available to San Luis Obispo County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in San Luis Obispo. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the San Luis Obispo County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$1,860
$155/month · Rate: 0.62%
San Luis Obispo 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.