Treasurer - Tax Collector 


The primary purpose of the Treasurer - Tax Collector is to collect, manage, invest and redistribute county revenue.  To this end, we are responsible for mailing property tax bills and collecting the amount due that is computed by the Auditor-Controller, based on the taxable value of the property determined by the Assessor.  We provide banking and investment services to all County departments as well as Humboldt County’s community college, schools and special districts.

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  1. When are property tax bills mailed?
  2. Who determines the amount of my property taxes?
  3. Why are delinquencies highest among new property owners?
  4. What if I do not receive my annual property tax bill?
  5. Who provides the address shown on the property tax bill?
  6. How do I change the address where my tax bill is mailed?
  7. How do I apply for a homeowner's exemption?
  8. Is the annual property tax bill the only tax bill I will receive?
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How Are My Property Taxes Distributed?
Current Property Tax Distribution Chart | Archives