85602 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 85602 (Benson, Arizona) pay a median of $1,169/year in property taxes on homes valued at $195,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.60%, which is 11% above the Arizona state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 85602 is approximately $97, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Cochise County. This is $542 less than the Arizona average of $1,711/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Arizona, 85602 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 85139 (0.60%) and 85339 (0.60%).

In Benson, property taxes represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $53,725, 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 sale; Limited Property Value caps annual increases thereafter. The Cochise County Assessor administers 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 Cochise County Assessor immediately upon closing to ensure the reduced 10% assessment rate applies to your first tax bill.