85650 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 85650 (Sierra Vista, Arizona) pay a median of $1,752/year in property taxes on homes valued at $306,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.57%, which is 6% above the Arizona state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 85650 is approximately $146, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Cochise County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Arizona, 85650 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 85045 (0.57%) and 85132 (0.57%).

In Sierra Vista, property taxes represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $84,819, 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.