82836 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 82836 (Dayton, Wyoming) pay a median of $1,872/year in property taxes on homes valued at $287,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.65%, which is 21% above the Wyoming state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 82836 is approximately $156, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Sheridan County. This is $234 more than the Wyoming average of $1,638/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Wyoming, 82836 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 82644 (0.65%) and 82329 (0.65%).

In Dayton, property taxes represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $91,528, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Wyoming assesses all property at 9.5% of market value with full reassessment to purchase price at sale and no homeowner caps or deferrals available. Sheridan County offers a Homestead Exemption for primary residences that exempts a portion of assessed value from taxation; apply with the Sheridan County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to ensure inclusion on your first tax bill. Obtain your Notice of Valuation from the Sheridan County Assessor, verify the homestead exemption is recorded, and file a protest within 30 days if the assessed value exceeds your purchase price.