Bank of America Routing Number for Southern California Property Tax Payments

When paying property taxes in Southern California via Bank of America, the correct routing number is 122000106. This number corresponds to Bank of America's Southern California regional headquarters and covers Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Imperial counties.

Important Verification Steps

While 122000106 is the standard routing number for Southern California, always verify before submitting payment:

1. Check your checks: The routing number appears as the first 9 digits at the bottom left of personal checks
2. Online banking: Log into your Bank of America account; routing numbers are listed under account details
3. Contact the bank: Call Bank of America customer service at 800-432-1000
4. Confirm with tax authority: Your county tax collector's office can confirm the accepted routing number for electronic payments

Property Tax Payment Methods

Southern California counties typically accept:

• Electronic check (ACH): Requires routing number + account number
• Credit/debit card: Usually incurs 2-3% convenience fee
• Wire transfer: Different routing number (026009593 for domestic wires)
• Mailed check: No routing number needed

Common Pitfalls

• Using the wrong state's routing number (e.g., 121000358 for Northern California)
• Confusing ACH routing number with wire transfer routing number
• Entering the check number instead of routing number
• Using a closed account's routing number

Property tax deadlines in California: First installment due November 1 (delinquent after December 10), second installment due February 1 (delinquent after April 10). Late payments incur 10% penalties plus monthly interest. Verify your specific county's payment portal for exact procedures.