Apache County, AZ Property Tax: $574/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Apache County is 0.84% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $68,500, that works out to about $575 per year, or $48 per month. Apache County is located in northeastern Arizona, with St as its county seat, and is home to approximately 65,680 residents.
About Apache County
Apache County covers approximately 11,198.3 square miles in Arizona. The county is home to about 65,680 residents living in roughly 29,001 housing units, of which 55.8% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $40,338, and the median home was built in 1988.
The county seat is St. Apache County borders Graham County, Greenlee County, Navajo County, Montezuma County, Catron County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Arizona
Property taxes in Arizona are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Arizona offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Apache County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Apache County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apache County, AZ | 0.84% | $68,500 | $575 |
| Arizona state average | 0.58% | — | $397* |
| Graham County | 0.54% | $202,700 | $1,094 |
| Greenlee County | 0.36% | $136,300 | $489 |
| Navajo County | 0.61% | $186,100 | $1,126 |
| Montezuma County | 0.30% | $308,100 | $915 |
| Catron County | 0.34% | $171,800 | $583 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Apache County's median home value of $68,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Apache County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Arizona?
At 0.84%, Apache County is higher than the Arizona state average of 0.58%. On a home at the county median of $68,500, that means about $575 per year — versus $397 at the state average rate, a difference of $178 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Apache County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Apache County?
For a home at the county median value of $68,500, the annual property tax in Apache County is approximately $575 — or about $48 per month. For a home worth $102,750, expect around $863 per year. For a $137,000 home, approximately $1,151 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Apache County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Apache County are handled by the Apache County Assessor's office in St. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Apache County?
Arizona counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.84% shown here. Contact the Apache County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File