Homeowners in Surprise, Arizona paid a median $1,842 a year in property tax on a median home worth $435,100, an effective rate of about 0.42% (Census 2020–2024).
0.44%Maricopa County overall
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Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Surprise
At the local 0.42% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $635 | $53 |
| $250,000 | $1,058 | $88 |
| $350,000 | $1,482 | $123 |
| $500,000 | $2,117 | $176 |
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Nearby and related
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- Gilbert, AZ0.42% effective
- Chandler, AZ0.44% effective
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Major Cities & Counties in Arizona
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Phoenix pop. 1,642,323
- Tucson pop. 547,073
- Mesa pop. 511,764
- Gilbert pop. 280,262
- Chandler pop. 280,136
- Glendale pop. 252,833
- Scottsdale pop. 243,821
- Peoria pop. 196,906
- Tempe pop. 188,065
- Maricopa County pop. 4,559,748
- Pima County pop. 1,060,490
- Pinal County pop. 469,006
- Yavapai County pop. 245,480
- Mohave County pop. 220,517
- Yuma County pop. 211,741
- Coconino County pop. 144,508
- Cochise County pop. 125,566
- Navajo County pop. 108,415
- Apache County pop. 65,341
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Surprise, Arizona?
Homeowners in Surprise, Arizona paid a median $1,842 a year in property tax on a median home worth $435,100, an effective rate of about 0.42% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Surprise?
About $1,058 a year at the 0.42% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Surprise higher than the rest of Arizona?
Surprise ranks #44 lowest of 155 Arizona places we track. The statewide effective rate is 0.48%. Maricopa County overall is 0.44%.