What is the property tax rate in Modesto, CA?

Modesto has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.66%. On a median home valued at $415,600, homeowners pay approximately $2,727 per year in property taxes.

How does Modesto compare to Stanislaus County?

Modesto's effective rate of 0.66% is 7% lower than the Stanislaus County average of 0.71%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,216, while Modesto homeowners pay an estimated $2,727.

How much are property taxes in Modesto on a $300,000 home?

Based on Modesto's effective rate of 0.66%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,980 per year, or about $165 per month.

Modesto Property Tax Rate

Stanislaus County, California

0.66%effective rate

Modesto is located in Stanislaus County, California. Homeowners in Modesto pay a median of $2,727 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $415,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.66%. This is 7% lower than the Stanislaus County average of 0.71%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.66%

vs 0.71% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,727

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$415,600

2024 estimate

Population📍

218,614

Modesto, CA

How Modesto Compares

Modesto

0.66%

Stanislaus County Average

0.71%

California Average

0.70%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Stanislaus County

Compare property tax rates for 3 cities in Stanislaus County, California.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Turlock	72,400	$3,379	0.76%
Modesto	218,614	$2,727	0.66%
Ceres	48,918	$2,509	0.63%

About Property Taxes in Modesto

Property taxes in Modesto are collected by Stanislaus County. Tax exemptions available to Stanislaus County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Modesto. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Stanislaus County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,980

$165/month · Rate: 0.66%

Stanislaus County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.