Property Taxes in Wellton, Arizona
Median Wellton, Arizona effective property tax rate: 0.72%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Arizona state median of 0.51%.
Median Wellton, Arizona home value: $74,903
Median annual Wellton, Arizona tax bill: $419, $1,981 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Yuma calculated?
Property taxes in Wellton, 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 Wellton's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Wellton, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Wellton Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Wellton property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Wellton's median effective tax rate of 0.72% — based on actual property records in Yuma 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 Wellton'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 Wellton: rates range from 0.72% in 85356 to 0.72% in 85356, 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 Wellton.
About Wellton Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Wellton, Yuma, Arizona
Wellton’s median effective property tax rate of 0.72% is higher than the Arizona state median of 0.51% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Yuma 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 Wellton. Homeowners in ZIP code 85356 carry a median effective rate of 0.72%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 0.72%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Yuma County. Understanding which part of Wellton you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Wellton 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 Wellton, Yuma 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 Wellton'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 Wellton Tax Rate
0.72%
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 Yuma County Tax Rate
0.70%
Median Effective Arizona Tax Rate
0.51%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Wellton, Yuma County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85356 | 0.45% | 0.61% | 0.72% | 0.85% | 0.94% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Wellton, Yuma County, Arizona
When examining property taxes in Wellton, 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 Yuma 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 Yuma 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. For Wellton, the median home price is $74,903, with tax bills ranging from $166 at the 25th percentile to $1,653 at the 90th percentile. The median tax bill is $419, well below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Wellton, Yuma County, Arizona
Source: Ownwell
$12,207
$126,779
$241,351
Median Wellton Market Value
$74,903
Median Yuma County Market Value
$178,318
Median Arizona Market Value
$327,500
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Wellton, Yuma County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85356 | $12,091 | $21,725 | $74,903 | $168,024 | $223,141 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Wellton, Yuma County, Arizona
Property tax bills in Wellton are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local tax rates are applied to that assessed value to determine the final bill, so two homes with different values can owe very different amounts. In Yuma County, the median home price is $74,903, which helps explain why many bills stay below the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
For homeowners, the bill is shaped by the home’s assessed value, the local tax rate, and any exemptions that may apply. Wellton’s property tax bills vary widely: the 25th percentile is $166, the 75th percentile is $1,090, and the 90th percentile is $1,653. The highest and lowest median tax bill is $419 in ZIP code 85356. Because property taxes are tied to assessed value, changes in valuation can directly affect what homeowners pay each year.
Median Wellton Tax Bill
$419
Median Yuma County Tax Bill
$1,094
Median Arizona Tax Bill
$1,695
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Wellton, Yuma County, Arizona
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85356 | $101 | $166 | $419 | $1,090 | $1,653 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | April 20 |
Links | |
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| Yuma Tax Assessor | |
| Website | yumacountyaz-assessor.tylerhost.net |