Inyo County, CA Property Tax: $2,392/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Inyo County is 0.71% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $338,400, that works out to about $2,403 per year, or $200 per month. Inyo County is located in southeastern California, with Independence as its county seat, and is home to approximately 18,803 residents.
About Inyo County
Inyo County covers approximately 10,197.3 square miles in California. The county is home to about 18,803 residents living in roughly 9,500 housing units, of which 56.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $72,432, and the median home was built in 1973.
The county seat is Independence. Inyo County borders Fresno County, Kern County, Mono County, San Bernardino County, Tulare County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in California
Property taxes in California are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in California offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Inyo County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Inyo County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inyo County, CA | 0.71% | $338,400 | $2,403 |
| California state average | 0.71% | — | $2,403* |
| Fresno County | 0.75% | $362,600 | $2,704 |
| Kern County | 0.91% | $310,600 | $2,833 |
| Mono County | 0.77% | $514,300 | $3,936 |
| San Bernardino County | 0.70% | $475,000 | $3,346 |
| Tulare County | 0.73% | $303,000 | $2,213 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Inyo County's median home value of $338,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Inyo County's property tax rate compare to the rest of California?
At 0.71%, Inyo County is equal to the California state average of 0.71%. On a home at the county median of $338,400, that means about $2,403 per year — versus $2,403 at the state average rate, a difference of $0 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Inyo County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Inyo County?
For a home at the county median value of $338,400, the annual property tax in Inyo County is approximately $2,403 — or about $200 per month. For a home worth $507,600, expect around $3,604 per year. For a $676,800 home, approximately $4,805 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Inyo County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Inyo County are handled by the Inyo County Assessor's office in Independence. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Inyo County?
California counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.71% shown here. Contact the Inyo County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File