Property Taxes in Claypool, Arizona
Median Claypool, Arizona effective property tax rate: 0.54%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and slightly higher than the Arizona state median of 0.51%.
Median Claypool, Arizona home value: $68,430
Median annual Claypool, Arizona tax bill: $377, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Gila calculated?
Property taxes in Claypool, 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 Claypool's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Claypool, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Claypool Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Claypool property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Claypool's median effective tax rate of 0.54% — based on actual property records in Gila County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment system uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Claypool'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 Claypool: rates range from 0.54% in 85532 to 0.54% in 85532, 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 Claypool.
About Claypool Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Claypool, Gila, Arizona
Claypool's median effective property tax rate of 0.54% is higher than the Arizona state median of 0.51% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Gila 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 Claypool. Homeowners in the 85532 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.54%, while those in the 85532 pay 0.54%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Gila County. Understanding which part of Claypool you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Claypool homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor 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 Claypool, Gila 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 Claypool'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 Claypool Tax Rate
0.54%
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 Gila County Tax Rate
0.63%
Median Effective Arizona Tax Rate
0.51%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Claypool, Gila County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85532 | 0.36% | 0.49% | 0.54% | 0.63% | 1.11% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Claypool, Gila County, Arizona
When examining property taxes in Claypool, 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 Gila County assessment office 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 Gila County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of February.
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. The median home price in Claypool is $68,430, and the median tax bill is $377, compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400. In 85532, the highest median home price is $68,430.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Claypool, Gila County, Arizona
Source: Ownwell
$45,843
$215,264
$384,685
Median Claypool Market Value
$68,430
Median Gila County Market Value
$246,900
Median Arizona Market Value
$327,500
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Claypool, Gila County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85532 | $15,447 | $51,533 | $68,430 | $98,110 | $146,116 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Claypool, Gila County, Arizona
How are property tax bills calculated in Claypool?
Property tax bills in Claypool are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Gila County. When a property’s assessed value rises, the tax bill can increase even if the homeowner has not made any changes to the home. Factors such as location, neighborhood demand, and local government budgets all play a role in determining the final bill.
The median home price in Claypool is $68,430, and the median property tax bill is $377. That is well below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and also below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. For many homeowners, this means property taxes are a smaller part of housing costs, but bills can still vary widely. In Claypool, tax bills range from $255 at the 25th percentile to $574 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile reaching $876.
Median Claypool Tax Bill
$377
Median Gila County Tax Bill
$1,468
Median Arizona Tax Bill
$1,695
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Claypool, Gila County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85532 | $125 | $255 | $377 | $574 | $876 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | April 28 |
Links | |
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| Gila Tax Assessor | |
| Website | assessor.gilacountyaz.gov |