Average Tax Assessment in Fresno County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Fresno County, California
Fresno County has a total of 238,037 properties with a cumulative value of $49.9B, representing 1.35% of all real estate value in California. Property taxes in Fresno County amount to $682.6M, with an average property tax rate of 1.37%, lower than the state average of 1.58%. The average homeowner in Fresno County pays $2,868 in property taxes, significantly lower than the state average of $5,946. Property taxes are calculated based on the assessed value of the property.
The property tax timeline in California begins on January 1st, when the property valuation date is set. Property value notices are then issued between June and August. Property tax appeals must be submitted by September 15th or November 30th, depending on the county. Finally, property tax bills are issued on October 1st.
Updated November 01, 2023
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Fresno Tax Collector/Treasurer | (559) 600-3482 |
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Property Valuation Date: | January 1st |
| Property Value Notices Issued: | June - August |
| Property Tax Appeal Deadline: | September 15 or November 30 (varies by county) |
| Property Tax Bills Issued: | October 1st |
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (1st of #): | December 10th, 1st half installment |
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (2nd of #): | April 10th, 2nd half |
| Available Exemptions | |
|---|---|
| Senior | Not Available |
| Disabled | Available |
| Homestead | Available |
| Veteran | Not Available |
| Solar/Wind | Available |
| Charitable | Available |
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Real Estate Statistics in Fresno County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Fresno County
Fresno County has an average property tax rate of 1.37%, which is slightly lower than the national average of 1.38%. This rate is applied to all properties in the county, regardless of location. However, there is a wide range of effective property tax rates across the cities in Fresno County. The city with the highest effective property tax rate is Selma, at 1.74%, while the city with the lowest effective property tax rate is Tollhouse, at 1.11%. This means that property owners in Selma pay a higher rate than those in Tollhouse.
Overall, Fresno County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in California. This makes it an attractive option for those looking to purchase property in the area. However, it is important to consider the effective property tax rate of the specific city in which you are looking to purchase, as this can vary significantly.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Fresno County. The tax assessment value may differ from the potential sale value, and is used to calculate the property tax for each piece of real estate.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auberry | $5,914 | $40,414 | $136,620 | $232,598 | $349,825 |
| Biola | $26,299 | $52,819 | $86,426 | $141,614 | $168,011 |
| Caruthers | $28,873 | $75,978 | $126,206 | $185,266 | $261,177 |
| Clovis | $63,921 | $179,737 | $288,452 | $396,457 | $504,613 |
| Coalinga | $33,780 | $75,052 | $127,521 | $185,626 | $251,456 |
| Del Rey | $32,335 | $63,331 | $109,361 | $187,000 | $234,460 |
| Firebaugh | $23,757 | $88,211 | $119,003 | $168,598 | $217,718 |
| Fowler | $45,461 | $107,044 | $207,123 | $299,900 | $390,791 |
| Fresno | $40,490 | $91,132 | $170,116 | $270,198 | $368,407 |
| Friant | $33,593 | $124,533 | $352,698 | $480,559 | $660,461 |
| Huron | $33,872 | $68,312 | $98,650 | $133,438 | $166,550 |
| Kerman | $36,790 | $117,317 | $183,052 | $252,500 | $314,930 |
| Kingsburg | $39,624 | $120,450 | $202,100 | $287,964 | $374,909 |
| Laton | $18,004 | $54,600 | $89,806 | $145,295 | $224,657 |
| Mendota | $38,352 | $80,050 | $120,158 | $179,854 | $225,590 |
| Orange Cove | $39,931 | $70,093 | $114,350 | $142,502 | $183,114 |
| Parlier | $44,892 | $83,957 | $125,162 | $176,700 | $222,587 |
| Prather | $54,919 | $170,565 | $272,540 | $363,779 | $474,462 |
| Reedley | $40,016 | $99,947 | $158,526 | $233,081 | $292,474 |
| Riverdale | $22,852 | $62,040 | $116,580 | $172,940 | $242,485 |
| Sanger | $39,286 | $101,981 | $172,172 | $257,000 | $326,800 |
| San Joaquin | $41,330 | $79,688 | $108,568 | $132,458 | $158,859 |
| Selma | $32,056 | $84,161 | $145,794 | $211,093 | $274,803 |
| Shaver Lake | $26,301 | $152,220 | $289,298 | $464,396 | $679,860 |
| Squaw Valley | $26,947 | $68,612 | $137,492 | $207,161 | $267,806 |
| Tollhouse | $22,964 | $86,326 | $162,495 | $240,146 | $308,008 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Fresno County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auberry | $153 | $678 | $1,545 | $2,511 | $3,833 |
| Biola | $517 | $742 | $1,113 | $1,957 | $2,426 |
| Caruthers | $525 | $964 | $1,528 | $2,254 | $3,554 |
| Clovis | $1,509 | $2,462 | $3,757 | $5,098 | $6,386 |
| Coalinga | $691 | $1,083 | $1,715 | $2,480 | $3,430 |
| Del Rey | $572 | $915 | $1,671 | $2,518 | $3,291 |
| Firebaugh | $467 | $1,105 | $1,390 | $2,014 | $2,543 |
| Fowler | $1,192 | $1,770 | $2,880 | $3,919 | $5,009 |
| Fresno | $773 | $1,321 | $2,310 | $3,585 | $4,885 |
| Friant | $1,308 | $2,162 | $5,543 | $6,789 | $7,747 |
| Huron | $446 | $868 | $1,270 | $1,643 | $2,124 |
| Kerman | $791 | $1,524 | $2,269 | $3,106 | $3,797 |
| Kingsburg | $1,278 | $2,005 | $2,914 | $3,892 | $4,923 |
| Laton | $387 | $686 | $1,069 | $1,611 | $2,695 |
| Mendota | $555 | $962 | $1,449 | $2,864 | $3,576 |
| Orange Cove | $719 | $1,043 | $1,486 | $1,923 | $2,367 |
| Parlier | $777 | $1,214 | $1,750 | $2,541 | $3,042 |
| Prather | $1,210 | $1,969 | $2,950 | $3,821 | $5,077 |
| Reedley | $746 | $1,338 | $2,045 | $3,080 | $4,159 |
| Riverdale | $430 | $756 | $1,351 | $2,085 | $3,259 |
| Sanger | $775 | $1,460 | $2,396 | $3,622 | $4,699 |
| San Joaquin | $512 | $880 | $1,215 | $1,497 | $1,829 |
| Selma | $1,015 | $1,795 | $2,630 | $3,433 | $4,240 |
| Shaver Lake | $1,676 | $2,549 | $4,110 | $5,857 | $8,274 |
| Squaw Valley | $617 | $984 | $1,717 | $2,527 | $3,231 |
| Tollhouse | $568 | $1,049 | $1,760 | $2,555 | $3,213 |
Effective Property Tax Rate
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the property tax bill by the assessed value. For the percentiles below, the calculation is performed using the percentiles for property tax bill and assessed value above. Therefore, each consecutive percentile doesn't necessarily show a larger value.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auberry | 2.59% | 1.68% | 1.13% | 1.08% | 1.10% |
| Biola | 1.97% | 1.40% | 1.29% | 1.38% | 1.44% |
| Caruthers | 1.82% | 1.27% | 1.21% | 1.22% | 1.36% |
| Clovis | 2.36% | 1.37% | 1.30% | 1.29% | 1.27% |
| Coalinga | 2.05% | 1.44% | 1.34% | 1.34% | 1.36% |
| Del Rey | 1.77% | 1.44% | 1.53% | 1.35% | 1.40% |
| Firebaugh | 1.97% | 1.25% | 1.17% | 1.19% | 1.17% |
| Fowler | 2.62% | 1.65% | 1.39% | 1.31% | 1.28% |
| Fresno | 1.91% | 1.45% | 1.36% | 1.33% | 1.33% |
| Friant | 3.89% | 1.74% | 1.57% | 1.41% | 1.17% |
| Huron | 1.32% | 1.27% | 1.29% | 1.23% | 1.28% |
| Kerman | 2.15% | 1.30% | 1.24% | 1.23% | 1.21% |
| Kingsburg | 3.23% | 1.66% | 1.44% | 1.35% | 1.31% |
| Laton | 2.15% | 1.26% | 1.19% | 1.11% | 1.20% |
| Mendota | 1.45% | 1.20% | 1.21% | 1.59% | 1.59% |
| Orange Cove | 1.80% | 1.49% | 1.30% | 1.35% | 1.29% |
| Parlier | 1.73% | 1.45% | 1.40% | 1.44% | 1.37% |
| Prather | 2.20% | 1.15% | 1.08% | 1.05% | 1.07% |
| Reedley | 1.86% | 1.34% | 1.29% | 1.32% | 1.42% |
| Riverdale | 1.88% | 1.22% | 1.16% | 1.21% | 1.34% |
| Sanger | 1.97% | 1.43% | 1.39% | 1.41% | 1.44% |
| San Joaquin | 1.24% | 1.10% | 1.12% | 1.13% | 1.15% |
| Selma | 3.17% | 2.13% | 1.80% | 1.63% | 1.54% |
| Shaver Lake | 6.37% | 1.67% | 1.42% | 1.26% | 1.22% |
| Squaw Valley | 2.29% | 1.43% | 1.25% | 1.22% | 1.21% |
| Tollhouse | 2.47% | 1.22% | 1.08% | 1.06% | 1.04% |
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Real Estate Values in Fresno County
The data from Redfin shows that the median home price in Fresno County decreased by 5.25% from October 2022 to October 2023. This decrease in home prices is likely due to the decrease in home inventory from 1.6K in October 2022 to 1.1K in October 2023. This trend is consistent with the overall trend in California, where home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.
Average Home Value in Fresno County, California
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Fresno County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Fresno County
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Mortgage Rates in Fresno County
Mortgages in Fresno County are a major part of the local economy, with a total outstanding loan amount of $27.9 billion. This represents 140.8 thousand outstanding loans, which is a significant portion of the total home value in the county. The median mortgage rate in Fresno County varies across cities, with the highest rate being 6.28% in Huron and the lowest rate being 4% in Friant. This variation in rates can have a significant impact on the affordability of a home for potential buyers.
Overall, mortgages in Fresno County are an important part of the local economy and can have a major impact on the affordability of homes in the area. With a total outstanding loan amount of $27.9 billion and a wide range of mortgage rates across cities, potential buyers should be aware of the potential costs associated with buying a home in Fresno County.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Fresno County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auberry | $28,112 | $67,150 | $151,609 | $238,797 | $335,819 |
| Biola | $20,154 | $40,697 | $86,124 | $118,607 | $166,886 |
| Caruthers | $16,540 | $32,764 | $94,120 | $187,953 | $240,083 |
| Clovis | $55,408 | $122,896 | $211,691 | $295,917 | $386,258 |
| Coalinga | $24,337 | $58,972 | $115,752 | $182,537 | $238,698 |
| Del Rey | $27,504 | $57,090 | $72,311 | $134,350 | $250,815 |
| Firebaugh | $11,552 | $37,169 | $76,466 | $130,102 | $202,303 |
| Fowler | $46,309 | $106,913 | $176,282 | $262,974 | $337,353 |
| Fresno | $29,924 | $71,149 | $144,429 | $231,494 | $317,479 |
| Friant | $63,443 | $164,123 | $282,832 | $366,372 | $484,034 |
| Huron | $17,972 | $25,783 | $64,008 | $121,869 | $209,938 |
| Kerman | $33,269 | $72,696 | $132,436 | $203,160 | $271,233 |
| Kingsburg | $36,203 | $75,209 | $149,787 | $233,057 | $311,735 |
| Laton | $18,716 | $42,516 | $100,293 | $174,185 | $269,048 |
| Mendota | $27,096 | $48,687 | $113,572 | $178,993 | $217,934 |
| Orange Cove | $11,449 | $30,946 | $66,036 | $120,974 | $163,884 |
| Parlier | $26,645 | $45,271 | $95,898 | $160,621 | $203,591 |
| Prather | $54,582 | $123,498 | $212,226 | $304,331 | $411,704 |
| Reedley | $25,151 | $52,534 | $115,873 | $190,777 | $259,056 |
| Riverdale | $17,575 | $45,327 | $93,572 | $166,111 | $230,541 |
| Sanger | $30,996 | $75,271 | $141,062 | $220,449 | $295,538 |
| San Joaquin | $20,247 | $33,654 | $64,185 | $121,429 | $216,842 |
| Selma | $28,299 | $57,663 | $115,611 | $187,690 | $253,712 |
| Shaver Lake | $49,653 | $137,644 | $241,748 | $361,638 | $477,564 |
| Squaw Valley | $23,659 | $55,582 | $116,912 | $198,081 | $263,773 |
| Tollhouse | $27,206 | $68,361 | $142,213 | $216,569 | $309,146 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Fresno County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auberry | 2.90% | 3.57% | 4.30% | 6.29% | 7.48% |
| Biola | 3.59% | 4.38% | 6.07% | 6.67% | 7.61% |
| Caruthers | 3.34% | 3.87% | 5.20% | 7.07% | 7.97% |
| Clovis | 3.00% | 3.62% | 4.30% | 5.84% | 7.05% |
| Coalinga | 3.10% | 3.71% | 4.50% | 6.22% | 7.33% |
| Del Rey | 3.22% | 3.99% | 5.72% | 6.27% | 7.39% |
| Firebaugh | 3.50% | 4.25% | 5.62% | 7.10% | 8.05% |
| Fowler | 3.05% | 3.65% | 4.46% | 6.18% | 7.09% |
| Fresno | 3.10% | 3.75% | 4.50% | 6.27% | 7.50% |
| Friant | 2.93% | 3.53% | 4.00% | 4.60% | 6.15% |
| Huron | 3.10% | 4.33% | 6.28% | 7.19% | 7.92% |
| Kerman | 3.30% | 3.90% | 4.87% | 6.29% | 7.38% |
| Kingsburg | 3.10% | 3.75% | 4.62% | 6.38% | 7.49% |
| Laton | 3.22% | 3.89% | 4.79% | 6.51% | 7.97% |
| Mendota | 3.50% | 3.97% | 4.82% | 6.57% | 7.68% |
| Orange Cove | 3.65% | 4.15% | 5.72% | 7.12% | 8.05% |
| Parlier | 3.44% | 3.94% | 5.08% | 6.88% | 7.79% |
| Prather | 2.92% | 3.65% | 4.24% | 5.92% | 7.15% |
| Reedley | 3.30% | 3.89% | 5.10% | 6.70% | 7.71% |
| Riverdale | 3.34% | 3.92% | 5.17% | 6.60% | 7.82% |
| Sanger | 3.25% | 3.87% | 4.62% | 6.25% | 7.50% |
| San Joaquin | 3.75% | 4.75% | 5.73% | 7.00% | 7.86% |
| Selma | 3.25% | 3.87% | 4.87% | 6.65% | 7.63% |
| Shaver Lake | 2.90% | 3.49% | 4.05% | 5.72% | 7.15% |
| Squaw Valley | 3.09% | 3.70% | 4.49% | 6.24% | 7.37% |
| Tollhouse | 2.95% | 3.65% | 4.45% | 6.11% | 7.54% |
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