Homeowners in San Rafael, California paid a median $10,001 a year in property tax on a median home worth $1,355,600, an effective rate of about 0.74% (Census 2020–2024).
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Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in San Rafael
At the local 0.74% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $1,107 | $92 |
| $250,000 | $1,844 | $154 |
| $350,000 | $2,582 | $215 |
| $500,000 | $3,689 | $307 |
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in San Rafael, California?
Homeowners in San Rafael, California paid a median $10,001 a year in property tax on a median home worth $1,355,600, an effective rate of about 0.74% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in San Rafael?
About $1,844 a year at the 0.74% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in San Rafael higher than the rest of California?
San Rafael ranks #609 lowest of 895 California places we track. The statewide effective rate is 0.70%. Marin County overall is 0.66%.