Tax Collector
Find property tax bills, payment options and tax collection services. Find the local office for a business license or business tax certificate. Check the business activity and place covered by each service.[6]
Source checked October 14, 2026[1]humboldtgov.org
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Contact details & office locations ↓Online services & information
These links were found on official source pages. Each service is handled by the office.
Official Humboldt County property-tax bill or payment portal. Follow the county’s instructions for your bill type and review the amount and any payment charges before paying.
Choose the category that matches the location and activity. Storefront, mobile, special, cannabis and short-term-rental requirements differ.
Service area: Humboldt County business-license guidance for unincorporated areas; separate county-vendor rules are described in the source. [8]
Before you start
- Payments
- Application fees are nonrefundable. Check the category and approvals before paying. [11]
- Eligibility & access · Mobile license category
- Most home-based businesses use the mobile category. A home occupation permit may be required; customer traffic and employees are usually restricted. [12]
- Eligibility & access · Special license category
- Special licenses cover the specified outside-base and independent-contractor cases. Independent contractors must include the established business’s license copy. [13]
Official county referral to the online business-license application portal. Review the category and required departmental approvals first.
Service area: County business licensing for unincorporated Humboldt County; activity/category conditions apply. [10]
Return the official update form for an existing license. A change of location needs a new application.
Service area: Updates to existing county business licenses for unincorporated Humboldt County; location changes require a new application. [21]
Before you start
- Eligibility & access · Change of location
- A move requires a new application rather than the license update form. [20]
Fees
Fees are quoted only when a source document supports the amount and conditions.
| Service | Amount | Conditions & source |
|---|---|---|
| Storefront license application | $442.00per application | Posted storefront application charge; additional permits or inspections may be required. No effective date is confirmed.[14] |
| Mobile license application — no food or drink | $233.00per application | Posted mobile application charge when food or drink is not involved. Category eligibility and possible home occupation approval apply.[15] |
| Mobile license application — food or drink involved | $334.00per application | Posted mobile application charge when food or drink is involved; this is a separate alternative to the $233 charge.[16] |
| Special license — published total without food or drink | $74.00per initial application and license | Published total for the special category without food or drink; includes the listed application, license and state-disability components.[17] |
| Special license — published total with food or drink | $175.00per initial application and license | Published alternative total when food or drink is involved; do not add the $74 alternative total again.[18] |
These are individual fee items, not a quote for your total. Other charges or exemptions may apply; confirm the total with the office.
Forms & documents
Official forms and document pages for this office’s services.
Sources & last checked3 source pages · 22 citations
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- [1] Humboldt County — Treasurer - Tax Collector | Humboldt County, CA - Official Website (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County tax collector · Current official tax-collection department heading or role context; existing ID, county, government, name, route and roles retained.
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
ampgrounds Sign up For Emergency Alerts Home Portal Humboldt County's Homepage Government Treasurer - Tax Collector Treasurer - Tax Collector The primary purpose of the Treasurer - Tax Collector is to collect, manage, invest and redistribute county revenue. To this
- [2] Humboldt County — View or Pay Property Taxes Online | Humboldt County, CA - Official Website (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County tax collector · Current county property-tax service heading or explicitly linked destination; bill type and payment channel are reviewed separately.
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
axes Online View or Pay Property Taxes Online Taxpayers may take advantage of the service to view tax bills associated with their properties. Full payment of property taxes paid online or over the phone are handled by Point & Pay. Monthly payments are handl
- [3] Humboldt County — Treasurer - Tax Collector | Humboldt County, CA - Official Website (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County tax collector · Tax Collector administration — specific tax-collection contact block; visitor, mail, telephone and branch purposes kept separate.
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
Collector taxinfo@co.humboldt.ca.us Physical Address 825 5th St. Room 125 Eureka, CA 95501 Administration Ph:707-476-2450 Ph:877-448-6829 Fx:707-445-7608 Values, Exemptions, Change of Address Ph:707-445-7663 Public Access Office Hours Monday-Thursday 8:30am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-5:00pm
- [4] Humboldt County — Treasurer - Tax Collector | Humboldt County, CA - Official Website (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County tax collector · Tax Collector public counter — specific tax-collection contact block; visitor, mail, telephone and branch purposes kept separate.
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
rt | Archives Contact Us Amy Christensen Treasurer - Tax Collector taxinfo@co.humboldt.ca.us Physical Address 825 5th St. Room 125 Eureka, CA 95501 Administration Ph:707-476-2450 Ph:877-448-6829 Fx:707-445-7608 Values, Exemptions, Change of Address Ph:707-445-7663 Public Access Office Hours Monday-Thursday
- [5] Humboldt County — Treasurer - Tax Collector | Humboldt County, CA - Official Website (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County tax collector · Tax Collector public counter — specific tax-collection contact block; visitor, mail, telephone and branch purposes kept separate.
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
877-448-6829 Fx:707-445-7608 Values, Exemptions, Change of Address Ph:707-445-7663 Public Access Office Hours Monday-Thursday 8:30am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-5:00pm Friday-Closed Directory Property Tax Information Property Tax Portal View or Pay Property Taxes Online Business Licenses Mobile Homes Public Auction Information Revenue Reco
- [6] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Business Licenses for Unincorporated Humboldt County The purpose of this page is to provide basic forms and information necessary to begin the business license application process as well as answer some of the more commonly asked questions.
- [7] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Business Licenses for Unincorporated Humboldt County The purpose of this page is to provide basic forms and information necessary to begin the business license application process as well as answer some of the more commonly asked questions.
- [8] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Business Licenses for Unincorporated Humboldt County The purpose of this page is to provide basic forms and information necessary to begin the business license application process as well as answer some of the more commonly asked questions.
- [9] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
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To apply online for a Business License click here.
- [10] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Business Licenses for Unincorporated Humboldt County The purpose of this page is to provide basic forms and information necessary to begin the business license application process as well as answer some of the more commonly asked questions.
- [11] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Business license application fees are non-refundable. It is in your best interest to conduct your research prior to submitting your application. If you have any questions, you may contact our office.
- [12] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
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Most businesses conducted from a residence fall in this category. The Planning Department may require a Home Occupation Permit. Customer traffic and employees are not usually allowed. The Planning Department defines a typical Mobile business as a "lawn care".
- [13] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
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A Special License is for any business with a physical base not located in unincorporated Humboldt County or any business whose purpose is as an independent contractor for an already established licensed business. (Example: Booth space in a hair salon) If applying for an independent contractor license youmust provide a copy of the business license of the already established licensed business along with the completed application.
- [14] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
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Any nonresidential or commercial space where a business is operating needs a Storefront Business License. Customer traffic is typically allowed. Inspections and additional permits may be required by the Departments listed below. Application Fees $442.00
- [15] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Most businesses conducted from a residence fall in this category. The Planning Department may require a Home Occupation Permit. Customer traffic and employees are not usually allowed. The Planning Department defines a typical Mobile business as a "lawn care". Application Fees $233.00 ($334.00 when food or drink is involved)
- [16] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Most businesses conducted from a residence fall in this category. The Planning Department may require a Home Occupation Permit. Customer traffic and employees are not usually allowed. The Planning Department defines a typical Mobile business as a "lawn care". Application Fees $233.00 ($334.00 when food or drink is involved)
- [17] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Fees Total: $74.00 or $175.00 if food and/or drink is involved Application Fee: $40; add $101 if food and/or drink is involved License Fee: $30 State Disability Fee: $4
- [18] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Fees Total: $74.00 or $175.00 if food and/or drink is involved Application Fee: $40; add $101 if food and/or drink is involved License Fee: $30 State Disability Fee: $4
- [19] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
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To update an existing license, complete and return the County of Humboldt Business License Update Form (PDF). Updates cannot be processed for a change of location, a new application is required.
- [20] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Updates cannot be processed for a change of location, a new application is required.
- [21] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
Business Licenses for Unincorporated Humboldt County The purpose of this page is to provide basic forms and information necessary to begin the business license application process as well as answer some of the more commonly asked questions.
- [22] Humboldt County — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)
Humboldt County official website · Reviewed business licensing instructions
Source reviewed October 16, 2026View supporting excerpt
To update an existing license, complete and return the County of Humboldt Business License Update Form (PDF).