El Dorado County Property Tax Rates by City, Area, and Tax District 2026
Property taxes in El Dorado County are shaped by California’s 1% general property tax framework, while voter-approved debt and parcel-specific charges can increase the amount due. The 2024 effective rate was about 0.70%, with median property taxes of $4,510.
Effective Tax Rate
0.7041%
Median Property Tax
$4,510
Tax per $100K
$704.10
Last Update
August 2026
El Dorado County Property Tax 2026-27
El Dorado County Property Tax Rate
El Dorado County property tax rates vary by district in the provided data. Parcel bills can still include fixed charges, parcel taxes, CFD charges, or special assessments depending on the property.
Base rate
1.0000% general ad valorem tax.
District rates
El Dorado County district rates vary from 1.0000% to 1.4233% in the provided data.
Direct charges
Special assessments and parcel charges are added separately.
Area
Representative Rate
Cameron Park / Buckeye Elementary Zone
1.0185%
Countywide-Unitary Base Rate
1.0000%
Diamond Springs / El Dorado Union High Zone
1.0210%
El Dorado Hills / Rescue Elementary Zone
1.0345%
Georgetown Divide Unified Zone
1.0115%
Lake Tahoe Community College Zone
1.0260%
Placerville (City) District
1.0163%
South Lake Tahoe (City) District
1.0395%
State Unitary Utility Allocation
1.4233%
Unincorporated Area Baseline
1.0000%
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How Property Tax Rates Are Applied in El Dorado County
The amount shown on a property tax bill begins with the property’s assessed value and the tax rate assigned to its parcel. The County Assessor establishes assessed values, while the Auditor-Controller applies the appropriate rate and calculates the liability. Additional direct charges may appear separately from ad valorem taxes.
Assessed Value and Taxable Value
Under California’s Proposition 13 system, a property generally receives a base-year value when it changes ownership or new construction is completed. That value is normally adjusted annually by an inflation factor capped at 2%, subject to specific exceptions.
Applying the Property Tax Rate
The applicable ad valorem rate is multiplied by the property’s net assessed value. El Dorado County states that the basic general rate is 1%, with additional voter-approved debt rates potentially applying to particular parcels.
Tax Rate Areas
A tax rate area combines properties subject to the same group of taxing jurisdictions for property-tax calculation purposes. The Assessor assigns TRA information to parcels, and the Auditor uses it to determine which tax rate applies.
Special Assessments and Direct Charges
Not every charge on a property tax bill is calculated as a percentage of value. Certain local agencies may place non-ad valorem direct charges on tax bills, meaning the charge is based on criteria other than assessed value.
Voter-Approved Debt
Some parcels carry additional taxes for voter-approved bonded indebtedness. In this county, such debt can involve school districts, irrigation districts, community service districts, or other qualifying local jurisdictions.
Annual Tax Bills and Payments
Secured property tax bills are generally paid in two installments. The first installment is due November 1 and becomes delinquent after December 10; the second is due February 1 and becomes delinquent after April 10.
Why El Dorado County Has Multiple Property-Tax Districts
The county stretches from the western foothills toward the Lake Tahoe Basin, covering incorporated communities and extensive unincorporated areas. Different service boundaries create different combinations of taxing agencies, so the applicable rate and charges depend on the parcel’s precise location.
- Tax districts support specific public services and operate within defined geographic boundaries.
- Schools, community services, irrigation, and other agencies can serve different portions of the county.
- A tax rate area combines the taxing jurisdictions applicable to a particular parcel.
- Two nearby properties can fall into different taxing boundaries and therefore receive different tax calculations.
- Voter-approved bonds can add debt-service taxes to properties within the relevant district.
- The parcel’s exact location determines which tax rate area and direct charges apply.
Compare Property Tax Rates in Nearby California Counties
Comparing nearby counties can help buyers, homeowners, investors, and researchers understand how property-tax burdens differ across the Sacramento and Sierra Nevada region. California Property Checker provides county-specific property information for broader property research and comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does buying a property change its assessed value?
Usually, yes. A qualifying change in ownership generally causes the County Assessor to establish a new base-year value based on the property’s current market value as of the ownership change. Certain statutory exclusions can prevent or limit reassessment in qualifying circumstances.
Can my property tax increase by more than 2% in one year?
A standard Proposition 13 assessed value generally cannot increase by more than the applicable annual inflation factor, capped at 2%. However, reassessment after a qualifying ownership change or new construction can establish a new base-year value, and Proposition 8 decline-in-value situations have different rules.
What is a supplemental property tax bill?
A supplemental bill can result when a qualifying ownership change or new construction causes a reassessment. It generally covers the difference between the previous and newly assessed values for the applicable portion of the fiscal year and is separate from the regular annual tax bill.
Will my lender receive my supplemental tax bill?
No. El Dorado County states that supplemental bills are mailed directly to the taxpayer rather than the lender. Property owners should coordinate with their lender if escrow arrangements affect how they handle the supplemental amount.
What happens if I do not pay my property taxes on time?
Unpaid secured installments become delinquent after the applicable December 10 or April 10 deadline. State law generally imposes a 10% penalty for delinquent secured property taxes, with additional interest potentially applying afterward.
Can I challenge my property’s assessed value?
Yes. Property owners who disagree with an assessment can first seek an informal review from the Assessor and may pursue a formal assessment appeal when appropriate. El Dorado County’s regular appeal filing period is generally July 2 through November 30.
Is there a deadline for appealing a supplemental assessment?
Yes. El Dorado County states that supplemental assessment appeals generally must be filed within 60 days of the date printed on the supplemental tax bill or notice.
Can improvements to my property affect my taxes?
Yes. New construction can trigger reassessment, which may increase the assessed value used to calculate property taxes. The effect depends on the nature and value of the qualifying construction and the applicable assessment rules.
What if my property's market value falls?
A decline in market value can potentially lead to a temporary Proposition 8 assessment when the property’s market value on the January 1 lien date is below its factored base-year value. The Assessor reviews qualifying properties annually while the reduction applies.
Where can I verify the actual tax amount for a specific property?
The countywide effective rate is useful for comparison, but it should not replace a parcel-specific bill. The applicable tax rate area, assessed value, voter-approved debt, exemptions, and direct charges determine the actual amount due. El Dorado County provides tax-bill and rate information for individual properties.