86426 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 86426 (Fort Mohave, Arizona) pay a median of $1,431/year in property taxes on homes valued at $274,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.52%, which is 3% below the Arizona state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 86426 is approximately $119, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Mohave County. This is $280 less than the Arizona average of $1,711/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Arizona, 86426 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 85263 (0.52%) and 86047 (0.52%).

In Fort Mohave, property taxes represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $65,186, 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 home will be reassessed at purchase price; Limited Property Value thereafter caps annual increases. The Mohave County Assessor administers the Senior Valuation Protection program (age 65+, 10+ years residence) and owner-occupancy discounts — apply within 60 days of closing. File your owner-occupancy claim at the Mohave County Assessor's office immediately to lock in the reduced 10% assessment ratio.