Tax Information

The City of Piedmont collects taxes for a variety of government services:
  • Municipal Services Special Tax (Annual) - parcel tax based on individual lot size
  • Sewer Tax (Annual) - tax based on parcel size and water usage
  • Real Property Transfer Tax (One-time) - tax of $13.00/thousand at time of transfer
  • Utility User's Tax (Monthly) - charge of 7.5% on electricity, water, and telephone
  • Paramedic Tax (Annual) - parcel tax to provide free paramedic service is included in the County's Emergency Services Tax.

Both the Piedmont Unified School District and the County of Alameda also assess taxes on Piedmont property.

To determine the total of taxes for an individual property, call the Alameda County Assessors Office at (510) 272-6925.