Carson City County
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Carson City County, Nevada
201 N. Carson Street
Carson City, Nevada 89701
Tel: 775-887-2000
County Website: Carson City county
Assessor Website: Carson City county assessor
Carson City County Property Assessment Adjustment Instructions
- If, in your opinion, the taxable value of your property exceeds the value indicated in the real estate market, do not hesitate to discuss it with the Assessor's Office.
- The Assessor welcomes the opportunity to review any evidence you can provide that will show the valuation is unrealistic.
- If, after discussing the matter with the Assessor's Office, a difference of opinion still exists, you may appeal your assessment to the Carson City Board of Equalization.
- You may obtain a form during the month of December and until the deadline for filing, which is January 15.
- Please call (775) 887-2130 to have a form mailed to you.
URLs
If you would like to have a better understanding of your assessment notice, please click on the option below.
Understanding Your Assessment Notice https://www.carson.org/government/departments-a-f/assessor/general-information-services/understanding-your-assessment-notice
If you believe the market value of your property is less than the appraised value or taxable value shown on your assessment, contact the Assessor’s Office to discuss and receive copies of your appraisal. If you still disagree, the Assessor’s Office will give you a form to file with the County Board of Equalization. Persons who are not satisfied with the County Board of Equalization's decision may file an appeal to the State Board of Equalization. Further appeals may be made to the District and Supreme Courts. More information can be found at https://carson.org/government/departments-a-f/assessor/assessment-roll.
Here's how to lower your property taxes in Carson City county
Contact the county assessor
Contact the Carson City county tax assessor's office and ask for a review of the property's value. Visit the Carson City county assessor's website to find the phone number to call. If the assessor determines that your property is worth less than the value on which your taxes are based, your property taxes may be lowered.
Tax exemptions
Start by finding what your tax bill is. Typically you will find your tax bill information on your mortgage statement. Look for tax exemptions or credits that you may be eligible for. Many states and localities offer exemptions or credits for homeowners who meet certain criteria, information such as being over a certain age or having a low income. Carson City county may have these types of exemptions available for homeowners. These exemptions and credits can lower the property tax you owe.
Appeal tax assessment
Appeal the property tax assessment. If you believe that your property's value has been overestimated, you can typically appeal the assessment to your Carson City county tax assessor's office. This is part of the services that your assessor's office provides. You will need to provide evidence to support your claim, such as a recent appraisal or sales data for comparable properties and homes in your area. Usually, you will meet with the Board of Equalization. If your appeal is successful, your property taxes may be lowered.
Challenge the tax rate
Consider challenging the tax rate. In some cases, the amount of property taxes you owe is not based on the value of your property, but on the tax rate set by your local government. If you believe that the tax rate is too high, you can contact your Carson City county government and ask them to consider reducing it.
Property Tax Rules
Stay up-to-date on your property's value and property tax rules. For the purpose of lowering your Carson City county property tax, property value is the assessed property value and not the market property value. Assessed property value is used for taxation purposes while market property value is what a buyer and seller would likely agree on. Typically the assessed value is lower than the market value. Your property's value can change over time due to a variety of factors, such as changes in the local real estate market or improvements you make to your property. To ensure that your property taxes are accurate and fair, it is important to stay informed about your property's value and contact Carson City county local tax assessor's office if you believe there has been a significant change.
Keep in mind that property tax laws and regulations can vary, so it is important to consult with your Carson City county Nevada tax assessor's office for specific information about how to reduce your property taxes.
About Carson City County
Homes in Carson City county have a median home value of $297,266.
Carson City county home values are ranked 3 out of 17 counties in the state of Nevada for median home price. The average median home value in Nevada is $188,615. Esmeralda county has the lowest median price at $80,596. Douglas county has the highest median price at $423,091.
Compared to the rest of the United States, Carson City county homes have a median home value that is above the national median value of $130,626 by ~128%.
The median household income in Carson City county is $58,305.
Compared to the state of Nevada and the United States, Carson City county's median household income is lower than the state of Nevada's average median household income of $59,211 and higher than the United States average median household income of $54,172.
Carson City County Nevada Cities
Carson City, Moundhouse
Carson City County Nevada Zipcodes
89701 / 89703 / 89706 /
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