Santa Maria Property Tax Rate
Santa Barbara County, California
Santa Maria is located in Santa Barbara County, California. Homeowners in Santa Maria pay a median of $3,274 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $478,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.68%. This is 5% higher than the Santa Barbara County average of 0.65%.
0.68%
vs 0.65% county avg
$3,274
Per year
$478,200
2024 estimate
109,880
Santa Maria, CA
How Santa Maria Compares
Cities in Santa Barbara County
Compare property tax rates for 6 cities in Santa Barbara County, California.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Orcutt | $4,586 | 0.78% |
| Santa Maria | $3,274 | 0.68% |
| Eastern Goleta Valley | $7,422 | 0.62% |
| Goleta | $5,983 | 0.60% |
| Lompoc | $2,556 | 0.59% |
| Santa Barbara | $7,043 | 0.48% |
About Property Taxes in Santa Maria
Property taxes in Santa Maria are collected by Santa Barbara County. Tax exemptions available to Santa Barbara County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Santa Maria. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Santa Barbara County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,040
$170/month · Rate: 0.68%
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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.