Average Tax Assessment in Riverside County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Riverside County, California
Riverside County has a total of 761,234 properties with a cumulative value of $183.9B, making up 4.98% of all real estate value in California. Property taxes in Riverside County totaled $3.4B, with an average property tax rate of 1.83%, higher than the state average of 1.58%. The average homeowner in Riverside County pays $4,515 in property taxes, lower than the state average of $5,946. Property taxes are based on the assessed value of the property, which is typically lower than the market value.
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 | |
|---|---|
| Riverside Treasurer / Tax Collector | (951) 955-3900 |
| Riverside Recorder | (951) 955-6200 |
| 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 Riverside County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Riverside County
Riverside County has an average property tax rate of 1.83%, which is slightly lower than the national average of 1.89%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. The average property tax bill in Riverside County is $4,515.
Property tax rates vary across the cities in Riverside County. Coachella has the highest effective property tax rate at 2.56%, while Blythe has the lowest effective property tax rate at 1.36%. This means that property owners in Coachella will pay more in taxes than those in Blythe. However, the difference in rates is not significant enough to make a major impact on the total amount of taxes collected in Riverside County in 2023, which is estimated to be $3.4 billion.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Riverside 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguanga | $0 | $30,928 | $161,471 | $297,262 | $394,039 |
| Anza | $0 | $24,434 | $104,515 | $194,567 | $296,083 |
| Banning | $0 | $9,753 | $120,149 | $231,419 | $307,002 |
| Beaumont | $0 | $6,581 | $269,464 | $352,150 | $410,312 |
| Bermuda Dunes | $0 | $0 | $260,776 | $407,346 | $598,945 |
| Blythe | $0 | $27,757 | $73,386 | $141,661 | $205,862 |
| Cabazon | $0 | $10,767 | $41,222 | $104,039 | $173,825 |
| Calimesa | $0 | $21,209 | $137,300 | $347,916 | $424,351 |
| Canyon Lake | $0 | $8,283 | $310,736 | $464,300 | $633,665 |
| Cathedral City | $0 | $37,095 | $174,072 | $278,770 | $375,310 |
| Cherry Valley | $0 | $44,804 | $160,848 | $283,062 | $450,784 |
| Coachella | $0 | $65,830 | $146,663 | $221,591 | $283,217 |
| Colton | $0 | $0 | $212,865 | $401,208 | $589,393 |
| Corona | $0 | $73,377 | $309,866 | $468,026 | $587,417 |
| Desert Hot Springs | $0 | $13,288 | $95,122 | $181,207 | $252,488 |
| Eastvale | $0 | $357,664 | $479,191 | $579,883 | $665,123 |
| Hemet | $0 | $15,602 | $117,921 | $229,156 | $313,211 |
| Homeland | $0 | $37,531 | $77,608 | $147,548 | $255,073 |
| Idyllwild | $0 | $26,411 | $186,530 | $296,451 | $407,576 |
| Indian Wells | $0 | $0 | $512,569 | $1,068,174 | $2,193,482 |
| Indio | $0 | $12,647 | $190,334 | $329,363 | $429,594 |
| Jurupa Valley | $0 | $55,750 | $214,552 | $364,071 | $505,191 |
| Lake Elsinore | $0 | $34,755 | $228,120 | $362,413 | $426,916 |
| La Quinta | $0 | $0 | $307,108 | $557,005 | $946,395 |
| Mecca | $6,021 | $42,853 | $88,386 | $140,144 | $188,165 |
| Menifee | $0 | $0 | $216,257 | $362,393 | $440,804 |
| Moreno Valley | $0 | $108,652 | $209,487 | $313,250 | $388,671 |
| Mountain Center | $0 | $9,846 | $171,761 | $375,186 | $587,018 |
| Murrieta | $0 | $98,173 | $330,000 | $441,494 | $529,325 |
| Norco | $0 | $114,787 | $322,464 | $521,820 | $680,117 |
| Nuevo | $0 | $72,107 | $177,532 | $302,709 | $407,097 |
| Palm Desert | $0 | $46,363 | $247,800 | $388,575 | $573,561 |
| Palm Springs | $0 | $7,614 | $188,500 | $410,596 | $726,015 |
| Perris | $0 | $48,740 | $168,142 | $289,492 | $382,761 |
| Rancho Mirage | $0 | $11,180 | $353,498 | $606,859 | $952,126 |
| Riverside | $0 | $71,491 | $226,623 | $385,000 | $520,000 |
| San Jacinto | $0 | $12,916 | $153,650 | $268,048 | $333,418 |
| Temecula | $0 | $160,020 | $348,463 | $481,868 | $609,470 |
| Thermal | $8,339 | $23,787 | $60,590 | $105,999 | $223,661 |
| Thousand Palms | $0 | $34,091 | $88,827 | $168,249 | $247,025 |
| Whitewater | $0 | $7,258 | $82,021 | $149,050 | $215,676 |
| Wildomar | $0 | $48,944 | $238,894 | $371,836 | $463,754 |
| Winchester | $0 | $0 | $321,109 | $434,454 | $503,978 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Riverside County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguanga | $645 | $1,484 | $2,667 | $3,903 | $4,874 |
| Anza | $617 | $1,060 | $1,812 | $2,837 | $3,787 |
| Banning | $526 | $1,361 | $2,585 | $3,659 | $4,705 |
| Beaumont | $1,803 | $4,067 | $5,836 | $7,042 | $8,155 |
| Bermuda Dunes | $1,896 | $2,687 | $4,069 | $5,840 | $8,170 |
| Blythe | $247 | $502 | $1,004 | $1,765 | $2,565 |
| Cabazon | $260 | $420 | $938 | $1,831 | $2,775 |
| Calimesa | $407 | $1,090 | $3,024 | $6,389 | $8,238 |
| Canyon Lake | $2,544 | $3,388 | $4,651 | $6,031 | $7,893 |
| Cathedral City | $1,345 | $2,465 | $3,604 | $4,988 | $6,313 |
| Cherry Valley | $917 | $1,687 | $2,709 | $4,364 | $6,536 |
| Coachella | $1,818 | $2,575 | $3,822 | $4,930 | $5,896 |
| Colton | $641 | $2,246 | $3,778 | $5,667 | $8,375 |
| Corona | $1,721 | $3,017 | $4,591 | $6,408 | $8,884 |
| Desert Hot Springs | $439 | $1,466 | $2,576 | $3,742 | $4,854 |
| Eastvale | $6,030 | $7,114 | $8,353 | $9,540 | $10,665 |
| Hemet | $331 | $1,042 | $2,047 | $3,286 | $4,672 |
| Homeland | $501 | $734 | $1,203 | $2,120 | $3,716 |
| Idyllwild | $1,214 | $2,079 | $3,052 | $4,138 | $5,463 |
| Indian Wells | $4,235 | $6,422 | $10,045 | $18,649 | $31,635 |
| Indio | $1,466 | $2,663 | $4,559 | $6,015 | $7,264 |
| Jurupa Valley | $962 | $1,926 | $3,094 | $4,827 | $9,142 |
| Lake Elsinore | $1,053 | $2,108 | $3,965 | $6,970 | $8,479 |
| La Quinta | $2,584 | $3,800 | $5,703 | $9,327 | $14,924 |
| Mecca | $520 | $843 | $1,614 | $2,300 | $3,381 |
| Menifee | $1,279 | $2,395 | $4,253 | $6,913 | $8,780 |
| Moreno Valley | $1,615 | $2,185 | $3,222 | $4,353 | $6,187 |
| Mountain Center | $548 | $1,664 | $3,298 | $5,806 | $8,104 |
| Murrieta | $2,742 | $3,916 | $5,475 | $7,338 | $9,241 |
| Norco | $1,666 | $2,863 | $4,651 | $6,655 | $10,340 |
| Nuevo | $1,066 | $1,743 | $2,702 | $4,093 | $5,149 |
| Palm Desert | $2,008 | $3,007 | $4,202 | $5,942 | $8,440 |
| Palm Springs | $1,257 | $2,228 | $3,846 | $7,016 | $11,037 |
| Perris | $819 | $1,607 | $3,063 | $5,308 | $6,863 |
| Rancho Mirage | $2,354 | $4,179 | $6,668 | $9,962 | $15,525 |
| Riverside | $1,169 | $2,079 | $3,460 | $5,074 | $7,289 |
| San Jacinto | $565 | $1,630 | $3,196 | $5,761 | $7,370 |
| Temecula | $2,925 | $3,841 | $5,339 | $7,130 | $9,136 |
| Thermal | $166 | $547 | $1,055 | $2,378 | $4,484 |
| Thousand Palms | $909 | $1,289 | $2,029 | $2,927 | $4,005 |
| Whitewater | $499 | $950 | $1,673 | $2,527 | $3,493 |
| Wildomar | $1,130 | $2,145 | $3,376 | $5,405 | $7,568 |
| Winchester | $1,407 | $4,027 | $5,796 | $7,430 | $8,635 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguanga | - | 4.80% | 1.65% | 1.31% | 1.24% |
| Anza | - | 4.34% | 1.73% | 1.46% | 1.28% |
| Banning | - | 13.95% | 2.15% | 1.58% | 1.53% |
| Beaumont | - | 61.80% | 2.17% | 2.00% | 1.99% |
| Bermuda Dunes | - | - | 1.56% | 1.43% | 1.36% |
| Blythe | - | 1.81% | 1.37% | 1.25% | 1.25% |
| Cabazon | - | 3.90% | 2.28% | 1.76% | 1.60% |
| Calimesa | - | 5.14% | 2.20% | 1.84% | 1.94% |
| Canyon Lake | - | 40.90% | 1.50% | 1.30% | 1.25% |
| Cathedral City | - | 6.65% | 2.07% | 1.79% | 1.68% |
| Cherry Valley | - | 3.77% | 1.68% | 1.54% | 1.45% |
| Coachella | - | 3.91% | 2.61% | 2.22% | 2.08% |
| Colton | - | - | 1.77% | 1.41% | 1.42% |
| Corona | - | 4.11% | 1.48% | 1.37% | 1.51% |
| Desert Hot Springs | - | 11.03% | 2.71% | 2.07% | 1.92% |
| Eastvale | - | 1.99% | 1.74% | 1.65% | 1.60% |
| Hemet | - | 6.68% | 1.74% | 1.43% | 1.49% |
| Homeland | - | 1.96% | 1.55% | 1.44% | 1.46% |
| Idyllwild | - | 7.87% | 1.64% | 1.40% | 1.34% |
| Indian Wells | - | - | 1.96% | 1.75% | 1.44% |
| Indio | - | 21.06% | 2.40% | 1.83% | 1.69% |
| Jurupa Valley | - | 3.45% | 1.44% | 1.33% | 1.81% |
| Lake Elsinore | - | 6.07% | 1.74% | 1.92% | 1.99% |
| La Quinta | - | - | 1.86% | 1.67% | 1.58% |
| Mecca | 8.64% | 1.97% | 1.83% | 1.64% | 1.80% |
| Menifee | - | - | 1.97% | 1.91% | 1.99% |
| Moreno Valley | - | 2.01% | 1.54% | 1.39% | 1.59% |
| Mountain Center | - | 16.90% | 1.92% | 1.55% | 1.38% |
| Murrieta | - | 3.99% | 1.66% | 1.66% | 1.75% |
| Norco | - | 2.49% | 1.44% | 1.28% | 1.52% |
| Nuevo | - | 2.42% | 1.52% | 1.35% | 1.26% |
| Palm Desert | - | 6.49% | 1.70% | 1.53% | 1.47% |
| Palm Springs | - | 29.26% | 2.04% | 1.71% | 1.52% |
| Perris | - | 3.30% | 1.82% | 1.83% | 1.79% |
| Rancho Mirage | - | 37.38% | 1.89% | 1.64% | 1.63% |
| Riverside | - | 2.91% | 1.53% | 1.32% | 1.40% |
| San Jacinto | - | 12.62% | 2.08% | 2.15% | 2.21% |
| Temecula | - | 2.40% | 1.53% | 1.48% | 1.50% |
| Thermal | 1.99% | 2.30% | 1.74% | 2.24% | 2.00% |
| Thousand Palms | - | 3.78% | 2.28% | 1.74% | 1.62% |
| Whitewater | - | 13.09% | 2.04% | 1.70% | 1.62% |
| Wildomar | - | 4.38% | 1.41% | 1.45% | 1.63% |
| Winchester | - | - | 1.80% | 1.71% | 1.71% |
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Real Estate Values in Riverside County
The median home price in Riverside County has increased by 3.57% from October 2022 to October 2023, from $562.5K to $580.0K. This is indicative of a positive trend in home prices in California. Additionally, the home inventory in Riverside County has decreased from 8.1K in October 2022 to 5.4K in October 2023, indicating that demand for homes is increasing and driving up prices.
Average Home Value in Riverside County, California
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Riverside County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Riverside County
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Mortgage Rates in Riverside County
Riverside County is home to a large number of outstanding home mortgages, totaling $114.2 billion. This represents an average of 454,300 outstanding loans in the county, with a median mortgage rate of 5.43%. However, there is a significant variation in mortgage rates across the county, with the city of Mecca having the highest median rate of 6.11%, while the city of Calimesa has the lowest median rate of 3.75%.
Overall, the total outstanding loan amount in Riverside County is a significant portion of the total home value in the county. This indicates that many homeowners in the county are taking advantage of the low mortgage rates available in the area. The variation in mortgage rates across the county also suggests that homeowners should shop around to find the best rate for their needs.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Riverside County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguanga | $26,138 | $90,360 | $196,893 | $302,948 | $400,685 |
| Anza | $17,998 | $51,287 | $124,607 | $238,497 | $316,004 |
| Banning | $33,865 | $74,285 | $150,834 | $251,116 | $346,973 |
| Beaumont | $95,264 | $149,211 | $229,281 | $314,885 | $401,129 |
| Bermuda Dunes | $61,430 | $113,500 | $211,182 | $333,307 | $481,081 |
| Blythe | $20,086 | $44,047 | $92,606 | $152,035 | $213,451 |
| Cabazon | $10,388 | $33,383 | $95,667 | $176,119 | $239,956 |
| Calimesa | $60,750 | $140,228 | $287,492 | $368,860 | $429,023 |
| Canyon Lake | $62,295 | $148,128 | $268,625 | $389,339 | $494,946 |
| Cathedral City | $37,398 | $80,914 | $147,412 | $256,269 | $360,642 |
| Cherry Valley | $35,987 | $85,101 | $177,552 | $285,167 | $413,511 |
| Coachella | $37,229 | $79,218 | $118,272 | $190,851 | $276,519 |
| Colton | $50,882 | $110,214 | $220,492 | $340,247 | $454,382 |
| Corona | $54,734 | $122,820 | $240,084 | $370,970 | $486,478 |
| Desert Hot Springs | $31,336 | $69,684 | $127,706 | $207,936 | $294,467 |
| Eastvale | $141,056 | $213,026 | $282,365 | $359,475 | $461,010 |
| Hemet | $39,173 | $85,472 | $159,184 | $250,845 | $349,663 |
| Homeland | $12,006 | $36,008 | $100,136 | $205,791 | $316,466 |
| Idyllwild | $49,148 | $98,758 | $189,176 | $299,897 | $422,183 |
| Indian Wells | $94,361 | $193,448 | $351,580 | $589,756 | $1,064,544 |
| Indio | $53,759 | $105,381 | $185,240 | $281,495 | $384,756 |
| Jurupa Valley | $36,370 | $89,420 | $193,272 | $335,440 | $434,172 |
| Lake Elsinore | $56,280 | $126,463 | $229,803 | $331,670 | $421,248 |
| La Quinta | $57,958 | $129,320 | $239,095 | $382,183 | $574,602 |
| Mecca | $14,036 | $37,859 | $64,692 | $101,030 | $138,202 |
| Menifee | $73,286 | $135,985 | $239,846 | $356,461 | $458,039 |
| Moreno Valley | $40,062 | $88,536 | $164,804 | $276,572 | $370,618 |
| Mountain Center | $41,448 | $99,783 | $227,016 | $347,231 | $469,427 |
| Murrieta | $86,240 | $150,731 | $258,541 | $378,652 | $486,137 |
| Norco | $55,820 | $141,574 | $270,179 | $402,654 | $531,662 |
| Nuevo | $30,669 | $78,682 | $159,923 | $283,637 | $374,515 |
| Palm Desert | $48,234 | $103,239 | $189,304 | $296,604 | $433,044 |
| Palm Springs | $53,331 | $115,737 | $229,076 | $410,552 | $639,955 |
| Perris | $30,663 | $84,501 | $158,943 | $267,141 | $364,738 |
| Rancho Mirage | $91,336 | $167,817 | $296,168 | $465,550 | $739,149 |
| Riverside | $44,943 | $102,787 | $210,869 | $342,892 | $455,025 |
| San Jacinto | $57,989 | $103,893 | $184,029 | $271,195 | $355,867 |
| Temecula | $64,959 | $140,987 | $259,619 | $384,060 | $523,661 |
| Thermal | $25,911 | $42,556 | $103,572 | $182,171 | $285,327 |
| Thousand Palms | $18,373 | $45,171 | $95,297 | $166,684 | $239,400 |
| Whitewater | $21,405 | $57,440 | $117,099 | $196,540 | $291,420 |
| Wildomar | $55,119 | $120,459 | $223,751 | $342,514 | $443,770 |
| Winchester | $125,589 | $197,239 | $307,271 | $406,968 | $499,792 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Riverside County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguanga | 2.90% | 3.57% | 4.25% | 5.75% | 6.93% |
| Anza | 2.90% | 3.60% | 4.31% | 5.81% | 7.16% |
| Banning | 2.90% | 3.54% | 4.33% | 5.84% | 7.06% |
| Beaumont | 2.98% | 3.59% | 4.16% | 5.10% | 6.22% |
| Bermuda Dunes | 2.90% | 3.53% | 4.30% | 5.81% | 7.13% |
| Blythe | 3.01% | 3.77% | 4.76% | 6.63% | 7.69% |
| Cabazon | 2.99% | 3.69% | 4.60% | 6.15% | 7.41% |
| Calimesa | 2.80% | 3.11% | 3.75% | 4.60% | 6.87% |
| Canyon Lake | 2.90% | 3.45% | 4.12% | 5.50% | 7.13% |
| Cathedral City | 3.00% | 3.65% | 4.50% | 6.12% | 7.43% |
| Cherry Valley | 2.93% | 3.60% | 4.40% | 5.99% | 7.21% |
| Coachella | 3.22% | 3.87% | 4.78% | 6.04% | 7.15% |
| Colton | 3.08% | 3.74% | 4.48% | 6.62% | 7.43% |
| Corona | 3.00% | 3.69% | 4.50% | 6.37% | 7.51% |
| Desert Hot Springs | 2.98% | 3.62% | 4.38% | 5.71% | 6.94% |
| Eastvale | 3.11% | 3.70% | 4.50% | 5.77% | 6.41% |
| Hemet | 2.90% | 3.60% | 4.30% | 5.61% | 6.94% |
| Homeland | 3.00% | 3.75% | 4.60% | 6.28% | 7.57% |
| Idyllwild | 2.90% | 3.42% | 4.00% | 5.72% | 7.03% |
| Indian Wells | 2.80% | 3.20% | 4.00% | 5.62% | 6.90% |
| Indio | 2.90% | 3.60% | 4.30% | 5.65% | 6.87% |
| Jurupa Valley | 3.12% | 3.76% | 4.52% | 6.40% | 7.59% |
| Lake Elsinore | 2.93% | 3.59% | 4.25% | 5.50% | 6.94% |
| La Quinta | 2.90% | 3.50% | 4.21% | 5.87% | 7.09% |
| Mecca | 3.82% | 4.80% | 6.11% | 6.76% | 7.59% |
| Menifee | 2.90% | 3.40% | 4.00% | 5.09% | 6.49% |
| Moreno Valley | 3.12% | 3.83% | 4.70% | 6.17% | 7.25% |
| Mountain Center | 2.90% | 3.50% | 4.16% | 5.39% | 7.01% |
| Murrieta | 2.90% | 3.52% | 4.16% | 5.60% | 6.88% |
| Norco | 3.00% | 3.69% | 4.50% | 6.33% | 7.54% |
| Nuevo | 3.10% | 3.82% | 4.50% | 6.04% | 7.24% |
| Palm Desert | 2.90% | 3.56% | 4.25% | 5.96% | 7.14% |
| Palm Springs | 2.90% | 3.47% | 4.10% | 5.35% | 6.78% |
| Perris | 3.10% | 3.80% | 4.62% | 6.00% | 7.14% |
| Rancho Mirage | 2.80% | 3.37% | 4.08% | 5.60% | 6.84% |
| Riverside | 3.08% | 3.74% | 4.50% | 6.32% | 7.42% |
| San Jacinto | 2.93% | 3.60% | 4.30% | 5.31% | 6.57% |
| Temecula | 2.93% | 3.60% | 4.30% | 5.95% | 7.17% |
| Thermal | 3.45% | 3.92% | 5.25% | 7.13% | 7.70% |
| Thousand Palms | 3.01% | 3.73% | 4.50% | 6.06% | 7.21% |
| Whitewater | 2.90% | 3.50% | 4.40% | 5.65% | 7.04% |
| Wildomar | 2.93% | 3.60% | 4.37% | 5.87% | 7.05% |
| Winchester | 2.80% | 3.25% | 3.93% | 4.88% | 6.17% |
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- When we save you money our fee is just 25% of your savings. If you don't save, you don't pay. We will continue to monitor your property taxes every year to ensure that you never overpay or have to worry about your property taxes again.