Property Taxes in Huachuca City, Arizona
Median Huachuca City, Arizona effective property tax rate: 0.95%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Arizona state median of 0.51%.
Median Huachuca City, Arizona home value: $92,544
Median annual Huachuca City, Arizona tax bill: $715, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Cochise calculated?
Property taxes in Huachuca City, Arizona are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Huachuca City's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Huachuca City, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Huachuca City Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Huachuca City property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Huachuca City’s median effective tax rate of 0.95% — based on actual property records in Cochise County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Huachuca City’s median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Huachuca City: rates range from 0.95% in 85616 to 0.95% in 85616, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Huachuca City.
About Huachuca City Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Huachuca City, Cochise, Arizona
Huachuca City’s median effective property tax rate of 0.95% is lower than the Arizona state median of 0.51% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Cochise County base levy combined with local school district levies and Community facilities districts (CFDs) that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Huachuca City. Homeowners in the 85616 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.95%, while those in the 85616 pay 0.95%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Cochise County. Understanding which part of Huachuca City you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Huachuca City homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local appraisal district before the April 28, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Huachuca City, Cochise County, Arizona
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Huachuca City’s effective property tax rate to other cities in Arizona and the median property tax rates in Arizona and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Huachuca City Tax Rate
0.95%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Cochise County Tax Rate
0.87%
Median Effective Arizona Tax Rate
0.51%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Huachuca City, Cochise County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85616 | 0.70% | 0.81% | 0.95% | 1.14% | 1.30% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Huachuca City, Cochise County, Arizona
When examining property taxes in Huachuca City, Arizona, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Cochise County assessor estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Cochise County, assessment notices are sent in March each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of March.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Huachuca City.
For example, the median home price in Huachuca City is $92,544, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 85616 has the highest median home price at $92,544.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Huachuca City, Cochise County, Arizona
Source: Ownwell
$44,900
$137,341
$229,782
Median Huachuca City Market Value
$92,544
Median Cochise County Market Value
$135,808
Median Arizona Market Value
$327,500
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Huachuca City, Cochise County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85616 | $26,541 | $52,155 | $92,544 | $140,371 | $242,844 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Huachuca City, Cochise County, Arizona
How are property tax bills calculated in Huachuca City?
Property tax bills in Huachuca City are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply their tax rates to that assessed value to determine the amount owed each year. Factors such as the home’s characteristics, location, and any applicable exemptions can influence the final bill.
For homeowners, this means a higher assessed value can lead to a larger tax bill, while a lower assessed value can reduce what is due. In Cochise County, the median home price is $92,544, and property tax bills vary widely across households. The 25th percentile tax bill is $360, the 75th percentile is $1,174, and the 90th percentile reaches $2,047.
The median tax bill in ZIP code 85616 is $715, showing how property taxes can differ even within the same area.
Median Huachuca City Tax Bill
$715
Median Cochise County Tax Bill
$1,018
Median Arizona Tax Bill
$1,695
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Huachuca City, Cochise County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85616 | $100 | $360 | $715 | $1,174 | $2,047 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | April 28 |
Links | |
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| Cochise Tax Assessor | |
| Website | asr.cochise.gov |