Oxnard, Ventura County, California Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Oxnard, California
Median Oxnard, California effective property tax rate: 1.20%, higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the California state median of 1.21%.
Median Oxnard, California home value: $419,501
Median annual Oxnard, California tax bill: $5,060, $2,660 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Ventura calculated?
Property taxes in Oxnard, 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 Oxnard's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Oxnard, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Oxnard, Ventura County, California Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.2%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$5,034
$4,671
How Does the Oxnard Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Oxnard property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Oxnard's median effective tax rate of 1.20% — based on actual property records in Ventura County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment system uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Oxnard'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 Oxnard: median property tax bills range from $3,628 in 93033 to $6,683 in 93035, 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 Oxnard.
About Oxnard Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Oxnard, Ventura, California
Oxnard's median effective property tax rate of 1.20% is lower than the California state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Ventura County base levy combined with local school district levies and Mello-Roos Community Facility Districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Oxnard. Homeowners in the 93036 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.22%, while those in 93033 pay 1.19%. This spread — 0.03 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Ventura County. Understanding which part of Oxnard you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Oxnard homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the November 30, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above 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 Oxnard, Ventura 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 Oxnard'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 Oxnard Tax Rate
1.20%
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 Ventura County Tax Rate
1.15%
Median Effective California Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Oxnard, Ventura County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93030 | 1.16% | 1.19% | 1.21% | 1.24% | 1.32% |
| 93033 | 1.09% | 1.14% | 1.19% | 1.20% | 1.22% |
| 93035 | 1.16% | 1.18% | 1.20% | 1.22% | 1.30% |
| 93036 | 1.14% | 1.17% | 1.22% | 1.56% | 2.10% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Oxnard, Ventura County, California
When examining property taxes in Oxnard, 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. The Ventura County appraisal district 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 Ventura County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of July.
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 Oxnard.
For example, the median home price in Oxnard is $419,501, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 93035 has the highest median home price at $553,542.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Oxnard, Ventura County, California
Source: Ownwell
$46,419
$922,777
$1,799,134
Median Oxnard Market Value
$419,501
Median Ventura County Market Value
$506,609
Median California Market Value
$427,605
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Oxnard, Ventura County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93030 | $132,257 | $270,447 | $432,334 | $593,645 | $739,711 |
| 93033 | $66,060 | $189,064 | $313,998 | $463,066 | $599,582 |
| 93035 | $201,294 | $339,014 | $553,542 | $859,019 | $1,382,598 |
| 93036 | $123,746 | $288,873 | $455,776 | $652,642 | $815,650 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Oxnard, Ventura County, California
Property tax bills in Oxnard are based on the assessed value of a home, which is tied to its market value and the local tax rate. The median home price in the city is $419,501, and that value helps shape what homeowners owe each year. Because property taxes are calculated from assessed value rather than income, two similar homes can receive different bills if their values differ.
In Oxnard, the property tax bill can vary widely by neighborhood and home value. The 25th percentile tax bill is $3,080, while the 75th percentile reaches $7,753. For higher-value homes, the 90th percentile tax bill is $10,949. The highest median tax bill is $6,683 in ZIP code 93035, compared with the lowest median tax bill of $3,628 in ZIP code 93033.
These differences show how location, assessed value, and local tax rates affect homeowners. When assessments rise, property tax bills can increase too, making it important for homeowners to understand how their bill is determined.
Median Oxnard Tax Bill
$5,060
Median Ventura County Tax Bill
$5,829
Median California Tax Bill
$5,134
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Oxnard, Ventura County, California
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93030 | $1,509 | $3,228 | $5,241 | $7,198 | $9,005 |
| 93033 | $743 | $2,117 | $3,628 | $5,356 | $6,845 |
| 93035 | $2,371 | $4,007 | $6,683 | $10,710 | $17,342 |
| 93036 | $1,607 | $3,727 | $6,043 | $9,266 | $12,029 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Property Valuation Date | January 1 |
| Appeal Deadline | September 15 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | December 10 |
| Due Date #2 | April 10 |
Links | |
|---|---|
| Ventura Tax Assessor | |
| Website | assessor.countyofventura.org |