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.

  1. Outstanding Measure S Payments Accepted In Any Amount Through December 31, 2024

    On November 29, 2022 the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution extending the temporary reduction of Measure S taxes and suspending 100% of the Measure S taxes for tax year 2023 and tax year 2024. Read on...

  2. Check Your Eligibility to Apply for Property Tax Relief Funds

    Local homeowners who have fallen behind on their property tax payments during the COVID-19 pandemic are encouraged to check their eligibility to apply for California Mortgage Relief Program funds. Read on for more information...
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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