California Property Tax Penalty Calculator

California Tax Delinquency Estimator

Estimate the penalties on tax-defaulted property. This calculation begins after the property becomes tax-defaulted on July 1st.

Original Delinquent Tax Amount ($)

Months Delinquent (after July 1st)

Estimated Breakdown

Original Tax:

Initial 10% Penalty:

Monthly Penalties (1.5%/mo):

Redemption Fee:
$15.00

Estimated Total Owed:

This calculator provides an unofficial estimate for informational purposes only and does not include all potential costs or fees. The initial 10% penalty is applied once. The 1.5% monthly penalty begins accruing after the property becomes tax-defaulted. Consult your county’s Tax Collector for exact figures.