Search Coconino County Unclaimed Money
Coconino County residents can search for unclaimed money at no cost through Arizona's state database. The county does not run its own unclaimed property program. All lost funds from Flagstaff, Sedona, and other communities flow to the Arizona Department of Revenue. With thousands of students, tourists, and seasonal workers passing through each year, Coconino County likely has plenty of unclaimed property waiting in the system.
Coconino County Quick Facts
How to Find Coconino County Unclaimed Property
Visit missingmoney.com to search for lost funds. This is the official Arizona unclaimed property portal. Enter your name and pick Arizona from the state dropdown. Results appear right away. If you have property waiting, you will see the holder name and the type of funds. Dollar amounts stay hidden until you file a claim.
Flagstaff is home to Northern Arizona University. If you attended school there years ago, you might have left behind a deposit or final paycheck. Seasonal workers who came for the ski season or summer tourism may also have uncashed paychecks in the system. Search under any address you used while living in Coconino County.
Try different name variations. Maiden names matter. Nicknames count. Business names can have property attached too. Run as many searches as you want since the portal is free and unlimited.
Coconino County Treasurer
The Coconino County Treasurer handles property taxes and tax lien sales. Sarah Benatar serves as treasurer. The main office is at 110 E. Cherry Ave. in Flagstaff. A satellite office is at the Flagstaff Mall at 4650 N. Hwy 89. Phone is (928) 679-8188 or toll-free (877) 500-1818. Email: treasurer@coconino.az.gov.
The treasurer does not manage standard unclaimed property. Bank accounts, insurance payments, and uncashed checks go through the state ADOR program. The county only handles excess proceeds from tax lien foreclosures. If you lost a property to tax sale and it sold for more than the debt, contact the treasurer about claiming the surplus.
Types of Unclaimed Money in Coconino County
Bank accounts are common. Checking and savings accounts become dormant after three years with no activity. If you opened an account while living in Flagstaff and later moved away, those funds may be sitting in the state database now. CDs and money orders follow the same three-year rule.
Uncashed paychecks pile up in areas with seasonal work. Tourism and outdoor recreation jobs have high turnover. Workers leave for the next season before their final checks arrive. Those unclaimed wages go to the state after one year. Utility deposits from old apartments can become unclaimed too.
Insurance funds make up another chunk. Life insurance benefits go unclaimed when companies cannot find the right beneficiary. Stock dividends become unclaimed when mailings bounce back. Safe deposit boxes get reported after extended periods of no contact.
Filing Claims in Coconino County
After finding your property, file a claim through the Arizona Department of Revenue. Four forms cover different situations:
- Form 600A for original owners
- Form 600B for heirs
- Form 600C for businesses
- Form 600D for agents
Get forms at azdor.gov/forms/unclaimed-property-forms. Include a copy of your photo ID and documents proving you lived at the reported address. Old utility bills, tax returns, and bank statements work well for this purpose.
Heir claims need a certified death certificate, proof of your relationship, and any will documents. Processing takes 90 days for standard claims. Securities may take up to 120 days.
Note: Payment arrives by mail within 30 days of approval.
Avoiding Unclaimed Property Scams
Watch out for fraud. Scammers send letters offering to help you claim money for a fee. Some pose as government workers. Others want your bank account information. These are all red flags.
Arizona never charges for searches or claims. ADOR will never call asking for credit card numbers or banking details. Real letters do not include specific dollar amounts. Verify any contact by calling (602) 364-0380 before providing personal information.
Report scams to the Arizona Attorney General at azag.gov/complaints/consumer.
Cities in Coconino County
Coconino County includes Flagstaff, Sedona, Williams, and Page. All residents use the state portal for unclaimed money.
Cities over 50,000:
Sedona is split between Coconino and Yavapai counties. Most of the city's population lives in Yavapai. Check both county pages if you lived in the Sedona area.
Contact Information
Reach the Arizona Department of Revenue for unclaimed property help. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Phone: (602) 364-0380 or (877) 492-9957 toll-free. Email: UnclaimedProperty@azdor.gov.
Mail claims to PO Box 29026, Phoenix, AZ 85038-9026. Walk-ins welcome at 1600 W. Monroe Street, Phoenix.
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