86437 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 86437 (Valentine, Arizona) pay a median of $1,857/year in property taxes on homes valued at $242,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.77%, which is 42% above the Arizona state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 86437 is approximately $155, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Mohave County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Arizona, 86437 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 85606 (0.76%) and 85629 (0.76%).

In Valentine, property taxes represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $77,188, 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.