FIPS: 06093 • Seat: Yreka

Siskiyou County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor

Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Siskiyou County, California.

Tax Rate 0.73% Effective Rate
Median Home $648k Census ACS Value
Annual Tax $4730 Estimated Median
Assessment Ratio 100% Statutory Level

Siskiyou County Assessor's Office Information

Physical Address

Siskiyou County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Yreka, CA 06001

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Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)

Closed on state & federal holidays.

Telephone / Contact

(213) 881-2983

Online Property Search Tool

County Assessor Portal / OpenData

Siskiyou County Property Tax Calculator

Estimated using Siskiyou County's effective tax rate of 0.73% (Assessment ratio: 100%)

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* Estimates do not account for local municipal surcharges, special district levies (MUD / ISD), or individual homestead exemption deductions.
Estimated Annual Tax
$4730
per year
Monthly Escrow $394/mo
Assessed Value $648.000
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Appealing Your Siskiyou County Assessment

Statutory Protest Deadline:

July 2 through November 30 (or September 15 in counties where assessor sends assessment notices by August 1).

Under California property tax law, property owners in Siskiyou County have the legal right to challenge an assessed valuation that exceeds fair market value, is unequally appraised compared to neighboring properties, or contains clerical errors.

Step 1: Informal Review

Contact the Siskiyou County Assessor's Office to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).

Step 2: Formal Hearing

If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the County Assessment Appeals Board (AAB) before the statutory deadline.

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Was Your Siskiyou County Home Over-Assessed This Year?

Studies show up to 30% to 60% of US residential properties are overvalued by automated municipal algorithms. Protesting your assessment before the statutory deadline can lower your tax bill by an average of $1,100/year.

⏰ Key Deadline: July 2 through November 30 (or September 15 in counties where assessor sends assessment notices by August 1).

Siskiyou County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief

Homeowners in Siskiyou County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:

General Homestead Exemption:

Proposition 13 limits general property tax to 1% of assessed value and limits annual assessed value inflation to a maximum of 2%. Standard $7,000 homeowners exemption.

Seniors & Disabled Veterans:

Proposition 19 allows homeowners 55+ or severely disabled to transfer taxable base-year value anywhere in California. Disabled Veterans Exemption up to $161,083 (basic) or $241,627 (low income).

Public Records & Deeds Official Recording Partner

Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Siskiyou County?

While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Siskiyou County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Siskiyou County Property Appraiser office located?

The official Siskiyou County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Siskiyou County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Yreka, CA 06001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (213) 881-2983.

What is the property tax rate in Siskiyou County, CA?

The average effective property tax rate in Siskiyou County is approximately 0.73%. For a home with the median county market value of $648.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $4730 per year.

How do I search for a property or parcel in Siskiyou County?

You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Siskiyou County parcel search portal: https://readysiskiyou.gov/assessor/parcel-search.

When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Siskiyou County?

Property valuation protests and appeals in Siskiyou County must be submitted by: July 2 through November 30 (or September 15 in counties where assessor sends assessment notices by August 1). Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Assessment Appeals Board (AAB).

How does the Homestead Exemption work in Siskiyou County?

Proposition 13 limits general property tax to 1% of assessed value and limits annual assessed value inflation to a maximum of 2%. Standard $7,000 homeowners exemption. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Proposition 19 allows homeowners 55+ or severely disabled to transfer taxable base-year value anywhere in California. Disabled Veterans Exemption up to $161,083 (basic) or $241,627 (low income).).

Adjacent & Neighboring County Appraisers

County Overview

County Seat: Yreka
Population (2023): 42.905
Land Area: 6279 sq mi
Tax Assessor Ratio: 100%
State Agency: California Dept of Revenue
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