85543 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 85543 (Pima, Arizona) pay a median of $1,042/year in property taxes on homes valued at $247,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.42%, which is 22% below the Arizona state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 85543 is approximately $87, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Graham County. This is $669 less than the Arizona average of $1,711/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Arizona, 85543 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 86432 (0.42%) and 85304 (0.42%).

In Pima, property taxes represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $89,808, 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.