Shasta County Property Tax Rates by City, Area, and Tax District 2026
Shasta County’s effective property tax rate is approximately 0.7033%, with a median annual property tax of about $2,442. Actual bills vary by property because assessed value, tax rate area, local bonds, special assessments, and other charges can differ by parcel.
Effective Tax Rate
0.7033%
Median Property Tax
$2,442
Tax per $100K
$703.30
Last Update
August 2026
Shasta County Property Tax 2026-27
Shasta County Property Tax Rate
Shasta 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
Shasta County district rates vary from 1.0000% to 1.4835% in the provided data.
Direct charges
Special assessments and parcel charges are added separately.
Area
Representative Rate
Anderson (City) District
1.0254%
Burney District Baseline
1.0555%
Cottonwood District Baseline
1.0450%
Countywide-Unitary Base Rate
1.0000%
Fall River Mills District
1.0430%
Net Unitary Debt Service Allocation
1.3937%
Redding (City) District
1.0315%
Shasta Lake (City) District
1.0315%
Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College Zone
1.0139%
State Unitary Regulated Railroad Allocation
1.0950%
Unincorporated Area Baseline
1.0000%
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How Property Tax Rates Are Applied in Shasta County
A Shasta County property tax bill starts with the property’s taxable value and then applies the tax rates assigned to its tax rate area. California’s assessment system generally uses a property’s base-year value, adjusted under Proposition 13, while certain ownership changes, new construction, or changes in value can trigger different assessment treatment.
Assessed and Taxable Value
For locally assessed real property, taxable value is generally the lower of the factored base-year value or current market value when applicable. Proposition 13 generally limits annual increases in factored base-year value to 2%, subject to California’s assessment rules.
The Tax Rate Is Applied to Taxable Value
The basic countywide property tax rate is 1% of assessed value, but a parcel’s final bill can be higher because additional voter-approved debt, school bonds, and special district charges may apply.
Tax Rate Areas
Shasta County assigns properties to tax rate areas that combine the taxing jurisdictions serving a particular location. The county’s 2025–26 rate schedule shows different combinations of school bonds and special district charges across these areas.
Special Assessments Can Increase the Bill
A property tax bill can include charges beyond the basic ad valorem tax. Depending on the parcel, these may include special district taxes, voter-approved debt, and other direct charges associated with local services or facilities.
Ownership Changes Can Trigger Reassessment
Buying a property or completing new construction can create a supplemental assessment. Shasta County issues supplemental tax bills for the period affected by the ownership change or construction, in addition to the regular annual bill.
Supplemental Bills May Follow a Reassessment
Secured property taxes are normally 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 Shasta County Has Different Tax Districts and Local Rates
Shasta County covers urban communities such as Redding, Anderson, and Shasta Lake along with extensive rural and unincorporated areas. Different properties therefore receive services from different combinations of local agencies, producing multiple tax rate areas.
- Tax districts help fund local services provided to specific geographic areas within the county.
- School districts and community colleges can add voter-approved bond rates to applicable property tax bills.
- Tax rate areas combine the agencies and approved charges associated with a particular parcel.
- Two nearby properties can have different total rates because their parcels belong to different taxing jurisdictions.
- Voter-approved bonds and special district taxes can increase the amount shown on an individual tax bill.
- A parcel’s exact location determines which tax rate area and applicable charges are assigned to it.
Check Property Tax Rates in Nearby California Counties
Comparing Shasta County with neighboring counties can help buyers, owners, investors, and researchers understand how property-tax costs differ across Northern California. California Property Checker provides county-specific property information and tools for broader property research.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to property taxes when I buy a home in Shasta County?
A change in ownership can cause the property to receive a new base-year value based on the applicable California assessment rules. The resulting change may also produce a supplemental assessment covering the period between the purchase and the next regular assessment cycle.
Can my assessed value decrease if my property loses market value?
Yes. Shasta County states that taxable value may be based on current market value when it is lower than the property’s factored base-year value. This can provide relief when a property qualifies for a decline-in-value assessment.
What is a supplemental property tax bill?
A supplemental bill covers the difference created when a property changes ownership or new construction establishes a new base-year value. It is separate from the regular annual property tax bill.
Can I appeal my Shasta County property assessment?
Property owners who disagree with an assessed value can first request an informal review from the Assessor. If the issue remains unresolved, an assessment appeal can be filed with the Shasta County Assessment Appeals Board within the applicable filing period.
Do I still have to pay taxes while an assessment appeal is pending?
Yes. Shasta County advises taxpayers to continue paying property taxes when due during an appeal. If the appeal results in a reduction, an appropriate refund may be issued for taxes that were overpaid.
When are Shasta County property taxes due?
For secured property, the first installment is due November 1, with December 10 as the delinquency deadline. The second installment is due February 1, with April 10 as the delinquency deadline.
What happens if property taxes become delinquent?
Unpaid secured taxes can enter default after the applicable deadlines. Shasta County states that taxes remaining unpaid by June 30 enter first-year default and begin accruing interest under the county’s delinquency rules.
Can a homeowner qualify for a property tax exemption?
Eligible homeowners may claim the California Homeowners’ Exemption, which can reduce the taxable value used for property-tax purposes. Shasta County also lists other exemption categories, including certain veterans, disabled veterans, and qualifying organizations.
Can improvements to my property increase my taxes?
New construction or qualifying improvements can result in a supplemental assessment because the assessable value associated with the new construction may be added separately. The exact treatment depends on the nature and timing of the work.
Where can I verify the actual tax amount for a specific Shasta County property?
The estimated amount on a calculator or a countywide effective rate cannot replace a parcel-specific bill. For the official amount, taxpayers should verify the property’s assessment and tax bill through the Shasta County Assessor and Tax Collector’s official records and services.