Prescott Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Prescott Valley, Arizona
Median Prescott Valley, Arizona effective property tax rate: 0.50%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and slightly lower than the Arizona state median of 0.51%.
Median Prescott Valley, Arizona home value: $365,577
Median annual Prescott Valley, Arizona tax bill: $1,825, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Yavapai calculated?
Property taxes in Prescott Valley, 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 Prescott Valley's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Prescott Valley, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Prescott Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.5%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,828
$1,696
How Does the Prescott Valley Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Prescott Valley property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Prescott Valley's median effective tax rate of 0.50% — based on actual property records in Yavapai 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 Prescott Valley'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 Prescott Valley: rates range from $1,637 in 86314 to $2,538 in 86315, 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 Prescott Valley.
About Prescott Valley Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Prescott Valley, Yavapai, Arizona
Prescott Valley’s median effective property tax rate of 0.50% is lower than the Arizona state median of 0.51% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Yavapai 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 Prescott Valley. Homeowners in the 86315 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.53%, while those in 86314 pay 0.50%. This spread — 0.03 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Yavapai County. Understanding which part of Prescott Valley you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Prescott Valley 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 Prescott Valley, Yavapai 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 Prescott Valley'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 Prescott Valley Tax Rate
0.50%
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 Yavapai County Tax Rate
0.46%
Median Effective Arizona Tax Rate
0.51%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Prescott Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86314 | 0.35% | 0.43% | 0.50% | 0.56% | 0.64% |
| 86315 | 0.38% | 0.49% | 0.53% | 0.61% | 0.65% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Prescott Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona
When examining property taxes in Prescott Valley, 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 Yavapai 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 Yavapai 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 Prescott Valley.
For example, the median home price in Prescott Valley is $365,577, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 86315 has the highest median home price at $465,670.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Prescott Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona
Source: Ownwell
$84,628
$384,063
$683,498
Median Prescott Valley Market Value
$365,577
Median Yavapai County Market Value
$363,523
Median Arizona Market Value
$327,500
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Prescott Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86314 | $99,085 | $283,999 | $339,139 | $411,191 | $500,907 |
| 86315 | $329,883 | $382,082 | $465,670 | $575,990 | $725,112 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Prescott Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona
Property tax bills in Prescott Valley are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Yavapai County. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which affects the final bill. Homeowners with higher-value homes generally pay more, while those with lower assessed values pay less.
In Prescott Valley, the median home price is $365,577, and property tax bills vary widely across the city. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,269, the 75th percentile is $2,471, and the 90th percentile reaches $3,170. That range shows how much a home’s value and location can influence what a homeowner owes each year.
Tax bills can also differ by ZIP code. The highest median tax bill is $2,538 in 86315, while the lowest median tax bill is $1,637 in 86314. For homeowners, even small changes in assessed value can have a noticeable impact on annual housing costs.
Median Prescott Valley Tax Bill
$1,825
Median Yavapai County Tax Bill
$1,568
Median Arizona Tax Bill
$1,695
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Prescott Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86314 | $470 | $1,147 | $1,637 | $2,161 | $2,797 |
| 86315 | $1,213 | $1,956 | $2,538 | $3,103 | $3,695 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | April 14 |
Links | |
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| Yavapai Tax Assessor | |
| Website | gis.yavapaiaz.gov |