Danville, CA Property Tax Rates
Compare property tax rates across 2 ZIP codes in Danville, California.
Avg Tax Rate
0.59%
Avg Annual Tax
$10,001
Avg Home Value
$1,688,800
ZIP Codes
2
Property Tax Overview: Danville, CA
Danville has 2 ZIP codes with property tax data. The average effective tax rate across these ZIPs is 0.59%, which is 14% below the California average of 0.69%. Annual property taxes range from $10,001 (ZIP 94506) to $10,001 (ZIP 94526).
For a home at Danville's median value of $1,688,800, property taxes add approximately $836/month to housing costs. Danville home values are above the California median of $744,838, meaning the monthly tax impact is correspondingly higher.
Property tax rates within Danville vary by 0.07 percentage points across its ZIP codes. This variation typically reflects different school district boundaries, special assessment zones, and municipal service areas within the city.
Danville vs California Average
Effective Tax Rate
14% below state average
Annual Property Tax
Median Home Value
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax rate in Danville, CA?
The average effective property tax rate in Danville, California is 0.59%, based on 2 ZIP codes.
How much is property tax in Danville, CA?
The average median annual property tax in Danville is $10,001 per year, with a median home value of $1,688,800.
Which ZIP code in Danville has the lowest property tax rate?
ZIP code 94506 has the lowest effective tax rate in Danville at 0.56%, with a median annual tax of $10,001.
How many ZIP codes are in Danville, CA?
Danville, California has 2 ZIP codes with property tax data available.
Which ZIP code in Danville has the highest property tax rate?
ZIP code 94526 has the highest effective tax rate in Danville at 0.63%, with a median annual tax of $10,001.
How do Danville property taxes compare to the California average?
Danville's average effective rate of 0.59% is 14% below the California state average of 0.69%.
What factors affect property tax rates between ZIP codes in Danville?
Property tax rate differences within Danville are typically driven by school district boundaries (which can account for 40–60% of a tax bill), special assessment zones for fire, water, or transit services, and whether a ZIP falls within city limits or an unincorporated area. Each taxing jurisdiction sets its own rate, which is why adjacent ZIP codes can have noticeably different effective rates.
Tips for Danville Homeowners
- •Appeal your assessment: If your home is assessed higher than its market value, you can file a property tax appeal. Studies suggest 30–60% of properties are over-assessed. Most counties offer a free informal review process.
- •Check your exemptions: Homestead exemptions can reduce your taxable value and are available to primary residents in most states. Senior, veteran, and disability exemptions may also apply. Exemptions must typically be applied for — they are not automatic.
- •Know your assessment cycle: California reassesses properties periodically. After buying a home, your next tax bill may reflect a new assessment based on your purchase price. Budget accordingly, especially if you bought above prior assessed values.
- •Compare ZIP codes before buying: Even within Danville, effective tax rates can vary significantly across ZIP codes due to different school district overlays. Use PropertyTaxByZip to compare specific ZIPs before choosing a neighborhood.
Looking for county-level property tax data? View Contra Costa County on TaxByCounty.com
Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates (ZCTA level). ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) are Census approximations of USPS ZIP codes.
Estimates are informational only and should not be used as financial or legal advice.