San Jose Property Tax Rate
Santa Clara County, California
San Jose is located in Santa Clara County, California. Homeowners in San Jose pay a median of $9,121 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $1,187,800, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.77%. This is 15% higher than the Santa Clara County average of 0.67%.
0.77%
vs 0.67% county avg
$9,121
Per year
$1,187,800
2024 estimate
990,054
San Jose, CA
How San Jose Compares
Cities in Santa Clara County
Compare property tax rates for 13 cities in Santa Clara County, California.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Gilroy | $8,014 | 0.82% |
| Morgan Hill | $8,890 | 0.79% |
| San Jose | $9,121 | 0.77% |
| Milpitas | $8,002 | 0.68% |
| Campbell | $9,864 | 0.64% |
| Santa Clara | $8,939 | 0.59% |
| Mountain View | $10,001 | 0.52% |
| Sunnyvale | $9,006 | 0.50% |
| Palo Alto | $10,001 | 0.50% |
| Cupertino | $10,001 | 0.50% |
| Los Gatos | $10,001 | 0.50% |
| Los Altos | $10,001 | 0.50% |
| Saratoga | $10,001 | 0.50% |
About Property Taxes in San Jose
Property taxes in San Jose are collected by Santa Clara County. Tax exemptions available to Santa Clara County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in San Jose. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Santa Clara County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,310
$193/month · Rate: 0.77%
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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.