Property Taxes in Clifton, Arizona
Median Clifton, Arizona effective property tax rate: 0.36%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Arizona state median of 0.51%.
Median Clifton, Arizona home value: $63,457
Median annual Clifton, Arizona tax bill: $221, $2,179 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Greenlee calculated?
Property taxes in Clifton, 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 Clifton's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Clifton, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Clifton Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Clifton property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Clifton's median effective tax rate of 0.36% — based on actual property records in Greenlee 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 Clifton'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 Clifton: rates range from 0.36% in 85533 to 0.36% in 85533, 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 Clifton.
About Clifton Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Clifton, Greenlee, Arizona
Clifton’s median effective property tax rate of 0.36% is lower than the Arizona state median of 0.51% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Greenlee County levy and local taxing districts that help determine how property taxes are assessed on homes throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Clifton. Homeowners in the 85533 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.36%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 0.36%. This reflects how local taxing boundaries shape the assessed tax burden in Greenlee County, even when the median rate is the same across the area.
Clifton homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before the April 28, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill 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 Clifton, Greenlee 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 Clifton'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 Ă· 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 Clifton Tax Rate
0.36%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Greenlee County Tax Rate
0.52%
Median Effective Arizona Tax Rate
0.51%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Clifton, Greenlee County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85533 | 0.17% | 0.21% | 0.36% | 0.47% | 0.55% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Clifton, Greenlee County, Arizona
When examining property taxes in Clifton, 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 Greenlee County appraisal district 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 Greenlee 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. 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 Clifton.
For example, the median home price in Clifton is $63,457, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 85533 has the highest median home price at $63,457.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Clifton, Greenlee County, Arizona
Source: Ownwell
$54,813
$113,512
$172,211
Median Clifton Market Value
$63,457
Median Greenlee County Market Value
$58,638
Median Arizona Market Value
$327,500
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Clifton, Greenlee County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85533 | $18,430 | $38,763 | $63,457 | $105,454 | $162,354 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Clifton, Greenlee County, Arizona
Clifton property tax bills are calculated from the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. The bill is based on the market value of the property, with the assessed value used to determine how much tax a homeowner owes. For Clifton homeowners, the median home price is $63,457, and the median property tax bill is $221, which is far below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Several factors can affect the final bill, including the property’s assessed value, local levies, and any exemptions that may apply. In Clifton, tax bills vary, with the 25th percentile at $118, the 75th percentile at $346, and the 90th percentile at $494. This means homeowners with similar homes may still see different bills depending on how their property is assessed and which local taxes apply.
For homeowners, property taxes are an ongoing housing cost that can influence affordability and long-term budgeting.
Median Clifton Tax Bill
$221
Median Greenlee County Tax Bill
$332
Median Arizona Tax Bill
$1,695
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Clifton, Greenlee County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85533 | $56 | $118 | $221 | $346 | $494 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | April 14 |
Links | |
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| Greenlee Tax Assessor | |
| Website | parcelsearch.greenlee.az.gov |