ZIP Code 94041

In ZIP code 94041, near San Jose, homes carry a median value of $2,000,001, yet the county-level effective property tax rate sits at 0.67%. That combination yields an annual tax bill of roughly $13,400. Households here earn a median of $178,558, with per-capita income at $106,350, so the levy consumes a meaningful share of yearly earnings even at this rate. Add a combined sales tax of 9.75%, and the cost of living compounds quickly. High home values paired with strong incomes define this area, but ownership still demands substantial outlay each year.