85350 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 85350 (Somerton, Arizona) pay a median of $1,324/year in property taxes on homes valued at $211,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.63%, which is 16% above the Arizona state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 85350 is approximately $110, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Yuma County. This is $387 less than the Arizona average of $1,711/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Arizona, 85350 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 85940 (0.63%) and 85118 (0.63%).

In Somerton, property taxes represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $72,115, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Arizona taxes owner-occupied primary residences at a 10% assessment ratio (vs. 18% for other property types), and your property will be reassessed at purchase price upon purchase; Limited Property Value limits future increases. The Yuma County Assessor manages the Senior Valuation Protection program for owners 65+ in residence 10+ years and standard owner-occupancy claims — file within 60 days of closing. Submit your owner-occupancy application to the Yuma County Assessor immediately upon closing to ensure the 10% assessment rate is applied to your first tax bill.