$ PlainPropertyTax

Statewide · Property tax · ACS 2024

Arizona Property Taxes

The average Arizona homeowner pays $1,879 a year at an effective rate of 0.48%, 6% below the U.S. average. Compare 15 counties below.

$1,879
Avg median tax
0.48%
Effective rate
#46 of 51
U.S. rank (burden)
15
Counties

The verdict

The average Arizona homeowner pays $1,879 a year in property tax, an effective rate of 0.48%, the #46 highest burden of 51 U.S. states.

$1,879
Average median tax, 2024
0.48%
Statewide effective rate
#46 of 51
U.S. states by tax burden
15
counties measured

Effective rate is the median property tax bill divided by the median home value ($394,500). U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2024.

The average median property tax in Arizona is $1,879/year, which is 6% below the national average of $1,993. The average effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $394,500. Taxes range from $518 in Greenlee County to $2,272 in Pima County.

What This Data Tells Us About Arizona

The statewide average property tax in Arizona is $1,879 per year, 6% below the national average of $1,993, based on Census ACS state-level estimates. The statewide effective rate of 0.48% on a median home value of $394,500 reflects how Arizona's assessment rules and local millage combine at the household level; the 15 counties below show how that varies locally.

Within Arizona, median annual tax ranges from $518 in Greenlee County (effective rate 0.33%) to $2,272 in Pima County (effective rate 0.71%). Median home values in Arizona ($394,500) compared with $227,791 nationally help explain why the same effective rate produces different dollar bills in different states. Within-state variation often tracks local school levies, county bonds, and municipal overlays rather than a single statewide rate.

This page is for informational purposes only and is not tax, legal, or financial advice. Figures describe median homeowner households reported to the Census Bureau, individual bills can differ based on assessed value, exemptions, special districts, and local overlays. Always confirm current rates with your county assessor or a qualified professional before making decisions that rely on these numbers.

State Average vs National Average

Median Annual Tax
$1,879
-6% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$394,500
+73% vs US avg
Effective Tax Rate
0.48%
-48% vs US avg

How Arizona compares

Average effective property tax rate vs the national average, ACS 2024.

Arizona 0.48%
U.S. average 0.92%

Arizona has a higher effective property tax rate than 10% of U.S. states, ranking #46 of 51 for property tax burden.

Tax Affordability Score

9.9
Very Affordable

Based on the average effective tax rate of 0.48% compared to the national average of 0.92%. Arizona has below-average property tax rates, making it a more affordable state for homeowners.

Very Expensive Very Affordable

How this score is calculated: a 1-10 scale derived mechanically from the ratio of this state's average effective rate to the national average effective rate (0.92%) - a ratio at or below 0.5× scores 10, a ratio at or above 2.0× scores 1, with a linear scale between. It is a factual comparison of Census figures only, not a recommendation, quality rating, or endorsement of Arizona or any other state.

All Counties in Arizona (15)

County (by tax bill) Median taxEff. rateHome value
Pima County $2,272 0.71% $319,700
Coconino County $2,051 0.46% $448,000
Maricopa County $1,983 0.44% $452,800
Yavapai County $1,750 0.41% $425,200
Pinal County $1,636 0.47% $349,000
Santa Cruz County $1,415 0.61% $233,000
Gila County $1,386 0.51% $269,400
Yuma County $1,333 0.61% $217,800
Cochise County $1,310 0.60% $218,300
Mohave County $1,238 0.44% $281,000
Navajo County $1,195 0.59% $201,500
Graham County $1,013 0.48% $212,000
La Paz County $873 0.64% $135,800
Apache County $572 0.90% $63,700
Greenlee County $518 0.33% $158,600

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average property tax in Arizona?
The average median property tax paid in Arizona is $1,879 per year, based on ACS 2024 data. The average effective tax rate is 0.48%.
How does Arizona compare to the national average?
Arizona property taxes are 6% below the national average. Homeowners here pay a median of $1,879 per year compared to $1,993 nationally.
Which county in Arizona has the lowest property taxes?
Greenlee County has the lowest median property tax in Arizona at $518 per year with an effective rate of 0.33%. The highest is Pima County at $2,272.
How are property taxes calculated?
Property taxes are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of a property by the local tax rate (mill rate). Rates vary by county, city, and school district. The effective tax rate shown here is the median tax paid divided by the median home value, which provides a standardized comparison across counties.
What is the median home value in Arizona?
The median home value across Arizona is $394,500, compared to $227,791 nationally. Home values directly impact property tax bills since taxes are assessed as a percentage of property value.
Can I appeal my property taxes in Arizona?
Yes. Every Arizona homeowner has the right to appeal their property tax assessment. The process typically starts at your county assessor's office within 30-90 days of receiving your assessment notice. You can challenge the assessed value by providing comparable sales data, evidence of property condition, or errors in the assessment. See our guide on how to appeal property taxes for detailed steps.

Property Tax Guides

Explore property tax data

Related

PlainPropertyTax is rendered directly from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on the Census ACS state-level record for Arizona. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of 2026-06-09.