Updated 2025 Tax Year

Yavapai County
Property Tax Guide

Everything you need to know about property taxes in Yavapai County, AZ. Rates, due dates, exemptions, and how it affects your monthly payment.

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Quick Facts

Tax Rate

1.64% to 1.94% of assessed value, varies by special taxing districts

1st Due

Oct 1

2nd Due

Mar 1

Exemptions

4+ Available

Section 1

How Property Tax Works

Yavapai County's property tax system funds essential local services including schools, county operations, fire districts, and other special services. The county spans diverse communities from Prescott to Sedona, with property taxes serving as the primary revenue source for local government operations and public education.

The effective tax rate in Yavapai County for FY 2025-2026 ranges from approximately 1.64% to 1.94% of assessed value, depending on your specific location within the county. Your actual tax rate varies significantly based on the special taxing districts where your property is located, such as school districts, fire districts, library districts, and municipal improvement districts. Properties are assessed at 10% of their limited property value for residential properties, with the county assessor determining market values annually.

Section 2

What Makes Up Your Tax Bill

Component	Rate (per $100 of assessed value)	Description
County General Fund	$3.2584	Basic county services and operations
School Districts	$6.0000-$8.5000	K-12 education funding (varies by district)
Community College	$2.1500	Yavapai College District
Fire Districts	$1.5000-$4.5000	Fire protection and emergency services
Special Districts	$0.5000-$2.0000	Libraries, parks, flood control, lighting
Total Combined Rate	$16.443-$19.388	Varies by location within county

Rates shown are for FY 2025-2026 levy year. Your specific rate depends on which special taxing districts serve your property location. The county rate is decreasing from the previous year's 1.9463 to 1.9388 per $100 of assessed value in many areas.

Section 3

When Are Property Taxes Due?

For the 2025/2026 tax year in Yavapai County, property taxes are due in two installments:

First Installment

Oct 1

Delinquent after Dec 10

Second Installment

Mar 1

Delinquent after Apr 10

Pro tip: If you pay through mortgage escrow, your lender splits these payments across your monthly mortgage. If you pay directly, set calendar reminders to avoid late penalties.

Section 4

Supplemental Tax Bills

Supplemental taxes are additional property tax bills issued when there's a change in ownership or new construction that increases a property's assessed value mid-tax year. In Yavapai County, supplemental taxes are calculated on the difference between the old and new assessed values, prorated for the remaining months in the tax year.

Common triggers include: purchasing a home, completing major renovations, adding square footage, or installing permanent improvements like pools or detached structures. For example, if you purchase a $500,000 home in January that was previously assessed at $350,000, you would receive a supplemental tax bill for the increased assessed value ($15,000 difference at 10% assessment ratio = $1,500 additional assessed value) multiplied by your area's tax rate and prorated for the remaining tax year months.

Example Calculation

Example 1: $300,000 Home Value

Market Value: $300,000
Assessed Value (10%): $30,000
Less: Homeowner's Rebate Credit: -$75 (if qualified and applied)
Net Taxable Value: $29,925
Annual Tax (at 1.6443 rate): $492.20
Monthly Escrow: $41.02

Example 2: $600,000 Home Value

Market Value: $600,000
Assessed Value (10%): $60,000
Less: Senior Property Valuation Protection: -$300 (if qualified and applied)
Net Taxable Value: $59,700
Annual Tax (at 1.7500 rate): $1,044.75
Monthly Escrow: $87.06

Example 3: $1,000,000 Home Value

Market Value: $1,000,000
Assessed Value (10%): $100,000
Less: Disabled Veteran Credit: -$1,678 (if qualified and applied)
Net Taxable Value: $98,322
Annual Tax (at 1.9388 rate): $1,905.99
Monthly Escrow: $158.83

All credits shown require separate applications and qualification verification

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Section 5

Escrow & Property Taxes

Most mortgage lenders in Yavapai County require property tax escrow accounts, collecting 1/12 of your estimated annual property tax bill with each monthly mortgage payment. Your lender pays the county treasurer directly when taxes are due - first half by April 1st and second half by May 1st each year.

Lenders typically maintain a cushion in your escrow account and conduct annual analyses to adjust monthly payments based on actual tax bills. You'll receive an annual escrow statement showing all deposits, payments, and any surplus or shortage. If your property taxes increase due to assessment changes or voter-approved bonds, your monthly escrow payment will adjust accordingly. Property owners can verify payments and balances through the Yavapai County Treasurer's online portal, and should review their annual tax bills even when escrowed to ensure accuracy.

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Section 6

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When are Yavapai County property taxes due for FY 2025-2026? A: First half taxes are due April 1, 2026, and second half taxes are due May 1, 2026. Late payments incur penalties and interest charges.

Q: What property tax credits are available and do I need to apply? A: Available credits include Homeowner's Rebate, Senior Property Valuation Protection (Senior Freeze), Disabled Veteran Exemption, and Widow/Widower of Disabled Veteran credits. All require separate applications and are NOT automatic - you must apply annually by specified deadlines.

Q: How does the Senior Freeze credit work? A: The Senior Property Valuation Protection limits assessment increases to protect qualifying seniors from rapid property value growth. It caps your assessed value growth rather than reducing market value. You must apply by September 2, 2025, for the 2026 tax year and meet income/residency requirements.

Q: When will I receive my property tax assessment notice? A: The Assessor's Office is statutorily required to mail Notices of Value between January 1st and March 1st each year. Property owners wishing to appeal must do so within specified timeframes after receiving their notice.

Q: What happens if I pay my property taxes late? A: Late payments incur immediate penalties and interest charges. First half payments made after April 1st and second half payments after May 1st are subject to penalties that increase over time.

Q: Can I pay property taxes online? A: Yes, visit the Yavapai County Treasurer's Office website for online payment options, including credit card and electronic check payments. Service fees may apply for certain payment methods.

Q: Why do tax rates vary within Yavapai County? A: Your total tax rate depends on which special taxing districts serve your property location - school districts, fire districts, library districts, and other special assessments vary by geographic area within the county.

Q: How is my property's assessed value determined? A: Residential properties are assessed at 10% of their Limited Property Value (LPV), which is the lesser of market value or the previous year's LPV increased by 5% plus new construction value. The county assessor determines market values through sales comparisons and property inspections.

Verified Sources

Backed by 10 Official Government Sources

Every fact in this guide is sourced from official county, state, and federal documents.

County

Yavapai County Sees Drop in Combined Tax Rateyavapaiaz.gov

County

Yavapai County Summary Schedule of estimated revenues and ...yavapaiaz.gov

Treasurer's Office - Yavapai, AZyavapaiaz.gov

Important Dates - Yavapai, AZyavapaiaz.gov

Treasurer's Office News - Yavapai, AZyavapaiaz.gov

Senior Property Valuation "Freeze" Program - Yavapai, AZyavapaiaz.gov

Assessor's Office News - Yavapai, AZyavapaiaz.gov

HOMESTEAD EXEMPTIONazleg.gov

Tax Doc

Arizona Property Tax Exemptionsazdor.gov

2024 Business Personal Property Manualyavapaiaz.gov

All sources verified as of 2025 Tax Year

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