Property Taxes in Cibola, Arizona
Median Cibola, Arizona effective property tax rate: 0.68%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Arizona state median of 0.51%.
Median Cibola, Arizona home value: $75,725
Median annual Cibola, Arizona tax bill: $481, $1,919 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in La Paz calculated?
Property taxes in Cibola, 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 Cibola's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Cibola, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Cibola Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Cibola property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Cibola's median effective tax rate of 0.68% — based on actual property records in La Paz 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 Cibola'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 Cibola: rates range from 0.68% in 85328 to 0.68% in 85328, 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 Cibola.
About Cibola Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Cibola, La Paz, Arizona
Cibola’s median effective property tax rate of 0.68% is higher than the Arizona state median of 0.51% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the La Paz 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 Cibola. Homeowners in the 85328 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.68%, while those in the lowest ZIP code pay 0.68%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across La Paz County. Understanding which part of Cibola you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Cibola homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor after the March notice and 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 Cibola, La Paz 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 Cibola'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 Cibola Tax Rate
0.68%
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 La Paz County Tax Rate
0.79%
Median Effective Arizona Tax Rate
0.51%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Cibola, La Paz County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85328 | 0.48% | 0.59% | 0.68% | 0.77% | 0.89% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cibola, La Paz County, Arizona
When examining property taxes in Cibola, 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 La Paz 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 La Paz County, assessment notices are sent in the spring 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 Cibola.
For example, the median home price in Cibola is $75,725, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 85328 has the highest median home price at $75,725.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cibola, La Paz County, Arizona
Source: Ownwell
$36,258
$105,798
$175,337
Median Cibola Market Value
$75,725
Median La Paz County Market Value
$80,506
Median Arizona Market Value
$327,500
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cibola, La Paz County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85328 | $21,039 | $43,768 | $75,725 | $123,716 | $189,049 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Cibola, La Paz County, Arizona
Cibola property tax bills are calculated from the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for the area. When a home’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which can affect the final bill homeowners receive.
For Cibola, the median home price is $75,725, and property tax bills are relatively modest compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400. The tax bill can vary based on the home’s assessed value, exemptions, and local taxing authorities in La Paz County.
Typical bills in Cibola range from $286 at the 25th percentile to $772 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile reaching $1,177. The highest and lowest median tax bill listed is $481 in ZIP code 85328. For homeowners, these differences can meaningfully affect annual housing costs, making it important to understand how assessed value and local rates shape the amount owed each year.
Median Cibola Tax Bill
$481
Median La Paz County Tax Bill
$583
Median Arizona Tax Bill
$1,695
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Cibola, La Paz County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85328 | $94 | $286 | $481 | $772 | $1,177 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | April 28 |
Links | |
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| La Paz Tax Assessor | |
| Website | publicrecords.lapazassessor.com |