Property Taxes in Butte City, California
Median Butte City, California effective property tax rate: 1.09%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Butte City, California home value: $96,740
Median annual Butte City, California tax bill: $1,054, lower by $1,346 than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Glenn calculated?
Property taxes in Butte City, California are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Butte City's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Butte City, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Butte City Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Butte City property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Butte City's median effective tax rate of 1.09% — based on actual property records in Glenn County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Butte City's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Butte City: rates range from 1.09% in 95920 to 1.09% in 95920, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Butte City.
About Butte City Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Butte City, Glenn, California
Butte City’s median effective property tax rate of 1.09% is lower than the California state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Glenn County base levy combined with local school district levies and other local charges that can affect what homeowners pay.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Butte City. Homeowners in ZIP code 95920 carry a median effective rate of 1.09%, and the same ZIP code also has a median tax bill of $1,054. That consistency shows how local assessments shape property taxes within the city.
Butte City homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Glenn County Tax Assessor before the November 30, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Butte City, Glenn County, California
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Butte City’s effective property tax rate to other cities in California and the median property tax rates in California and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Butte City Tax Rate
1.09%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Glenn County Tax Rate
1.13%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Butte City, Glenn County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95920 | 1.01% | 1.04% | 1.09% | 1.13% | 1.37% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Butte City, Glenn County, California
When examining property taxes in Butte City, California, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. Glenn County estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Glenn County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Butte City.
For example, the median home price in Butte City is $96,740, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 95920 has the highest median home price at $96,740.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Butte City, Glenn County, California
Source: Ownwell
$67,796
$135,219
$202,641
Median Butte City Market Value
$96,740
Median Glenn County Market Value
$170,598
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Butte City, Glenn County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95920 | $29,917 | $57,790 | $96,740 | $149,765 | $192,993 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Butte City, Glenn County, California
Property tax bills in Butte City are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local tax rates are applied to that assessed value to determine the final bill, and those rates can reflect county and other local levies. For homeowners, this means a property with a higher assessed value generally faces a higher tax bill, while a lower assessed value can reduce what is owed.
In Butte City, the median home price is $96,740, and the median property tax bill is $1,054. Bills can vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $642 and the 75th percentile at $1,630. At the high end, the 90th percentile reaches $2,390. These differences show how assessment levels and local tax rates can affect what homeowners pay each year.
Median Butte City Tax Bill
$1,054
Median Glenn County Tax Bill
$2,135
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Butte City, Glenn County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95920 | $362 | $642 | $1,054 | $1,630 | $2,390 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | November 30 |
Links | |
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| Glenn Tax Assessor | |
| Website | common2.mptsweb.com |