Where does your Tax $ go?

66%
Schools

20%
County

8%
Districts

6%
Cities
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Merced County School Districts receive the largest share at 66% of your tax $.  There are 20 school districts that educate K-12 students.  For more information, please visit http://www.mcoe.org

 

Merced County receives 20% of your tax $ which supports the County General Fund services.  The County provides services to the community through multiple agencies and departments.  For more information, please visit Merced County Organizational Chart

 

Special Districts receive 8% of your tax $.  Special Districts consist of service districts to meet the needs of the community in various capacities.  Some examples include water, sewer, cemetery, and mosquito abatement districts.  Please refer to your tax bill regarding the special districts servicing your tax area.

 

Cities in Merced County receive 6% of your tax $.  For a list of cities and unincorporated communities in Merced County, please visit Merced County Wikipedia