85531 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 85531 (Central, Arizona) pay a median of $2,186/year in property taxes on homes valued at $422,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.52%, which is 4% below the Arizona state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 85531 is approximately $182, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Graham County. This is $475 more than the Arizona average of $1,711/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Arizona, 85531 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 85016 (0.52%) and 85020 (0.52%).

In Central, property taxes represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $94,478, 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 when you buy; Limited Property Value limits annual increases thereafter. The Graham County Assessor provides the Senior Valuation Protection program for qualifying seniors and standard owner-occupancy claims — file your owner-occupancy claim within 60 days of closing. Contact the Graham County Assessor to confirm application procedures and submit proof of primary residence status.