85553 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 85553 (Tonto Basin, Arizona) pay a median of $1,278/year in property taxes on homes valued at $253,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.50%, which is 7% below the Arizona state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 85553 is approximately $107, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Gila County. This is $433 less than the Arizona average of $1,711/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Arizona, 85553 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 85215 (0.50%) and 85023 (0.50%).

In Tonto Basin, property taxes represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $49,630, 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; Limited Property Value caps annual increases thereafter. The Gila County Assessor provides the Senior Valuation Protection program for qualifying seniors and the standard owner-occupancy discount — file your owner-occupancy claim within 60 days of closing. Contact the Gila County Assessor to confirm the program's current income or age thresholds and submit supporting documents.