San Carlos Property Tax Rate
San Mateo County, California
San Carlos is located in San Mateo County, California. Homeowners in San Carlos pay a median of $10,001 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $2,000,001, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.50%. This is 18% lower than the San Mateo County average of 0.61%.
0.50%
vs 0.61% county avg
$10,001
Per year
$2,000,001
2024 estimate
29,797
San Carlos, CA
How San Carlos Compares
Cities in San Mateo County
Compare property tax rates for 12 cities in San Mateo County, California.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| San Mateo | $9,646 | 0.62% |
| East Palo Alto | $7,014 | 0.62% |
| South San Francisco | $7,030 | 0.61% |
| Pacifica | $7,432 | 0.61% |
| Daly City | $6,264 | 0.57% |
| Foster City | $10,001 | 0.56% |
| Redwood City | $9,916 | 0.54% |
| San Bruno | $6,051 | 0.50% |
| Menlo Park | $10,001 | 0.50% |
| Burlingame | $10,001 | 0.50% |
| San Carlos | $10,001 | 0.50% |
| Belmont | $10,001 | 0.50% |
About Property Taxes in San Carlos
Property taxes in San Carlos are collected by San Mateo County. Tax exemptions available to San Mateo County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in San Carlos. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the San Mateo County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$1,500
$125/month · Rate: 0.50%
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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.