Palo Alto Tax Information
Palo Alto is located in Santa Clara County, California. Property taxes are determined by the county tax rate and your home's assessed value.
Property Taxes in Palo Alto
Property taxes in Palo Alto, California are assessed and collected by Santa Clara County. The effective tax rate of 0.007% is applied to your property's assessed value to determine your annual property tax bill.
About Palo Alto
Palo Alto is a city in Santa Clara County, California with a population of approximately 68,572 residents. As part of Santa Clara County, all properties in Palo Alto are subject to the county's property tax rates and assessment procedures.
Tax Exemptions and Relief Programs
Santa Clara County offers various exemptions and relief programs that may reduce your property tax burden. Common exemptions include homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior citizen exemptions, veteran exemptions, and disability exemptions. Contact the Santa Clara County Tax Assessor's office to learn about programs you may qualify for.