Property Details
Los Angeles County median: $875,000
Los Angeles County average: 1.120%
California Property Tax Note
California Proposition 13 caps the base property tax rate at 1% of assessed value at purchase, plus voter-approved local bonds and assessments. Actual rates vary by city due to Mello-Roos and special assessments.
Your Property Tax Estimate
Annual Tax
$9,800
Monthly Tax
$817
Effective Rate
1.120%
Tax at Different Price Points in Los Angeles County
| Home Price | Annual Tax | Monthly Tax |
|---|---|---|
| $500,000 | $5,600 | $467 |
| $750,000 | $8,400 | $700 |
| $1,000,000 | $11,200 | $933 |
| $1,500,000 | $16,800 | $1,400 |
| $2,000,000 | $22,400 | $1,867 |
Based on 1.120% effective tax rate for Los Angeles County.
Impact on Monthly Mortgage Payment
Property taxes are part of your total PITI (Principal, Interest, Taxes, Insurance) payment. Lenders include $817/month in your qualifying debt-to-income ratio.
Monthly Tax Escrow
$817
Annual Tax Bill
$9,800
Calculations are estimates for educational purposes only. Actual property taxes depend on your county assessor's valuation, local bond measures, Mello-Roos districts, and homeowner exemptions. Contact Mo Abdel at (949) 822-9662 for a personalized mortgage analysis. NMLS #1426884 | Lumin Lending NMLS #2716106.
City Tax Estimators in Los Angeles County
Alhambra
Arcadia
Beverly Hills
Burbank
Calabasas
Carson
Compton
Culver City
Downey
El Monte
Glendale
Hawthorne
Hermosa Beach
Inglewood
Long Beach
Los Angeles
Manhattan Beach
Pasadena
Pomona
Rancho Palos Verdes
Redondo Beach
Santa Monica
Torrance
West Hollywood
Whittier
Claremont
Diamond Bar
Glendora
La Verne
Monrovia
San Dimas
South Pasadena
West Covina
Covina
Cerritos
La Mirada
Palos Verdes Estates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax rate in Los Angeles County, California?
The average effective property tax rate in Los Angeles County is 1.12% for 2026. On the median home value of $875,000, that equals approximately $9,800 per year or $817 per month.
How are property taxes calculated in Los Angeles County?
In Los Angeles County, California, property taxes start with Proposition 13's base rate of 1% of the assessed value (purchase price), plus voter-approved local bonds and Mello-Roos special assessments. The assessed value increases by a maximum of 2% per year regardless of market appreciation.
What is Mello-Roos and does it affect Los Angeles County property taxes?
Mello-Roos is a special tax district in California that funds local infrastructure and services in newer developments. Many communities in Los Angeles County have Mello-Roos assessments ranging from 0.25% to 1.5% of the home's original sale price, added on top of the base property tax. Check with Los Angeles County County Assessor for specific Mello-Roos districts.
How do property taxes affect my mortgage payment in Los Angeles County?
Property taxes are included in your monthly PITI payment (Principal, Interest, Taxes, Insurance). In Los Angeles County, the estimated $817/month tax escrow on a median-priced home is factored into your debt-to-income ratio by lenders. This directly affects how much home you qualify for.
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