| County | Median Property Taxes ↓ | With Mortgage | Without Mortgage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pitkin County | $4,450 | $3,915 | $5,294 |
| Broomfield County | $3,888 | $4,004 | $3,541 |
| Boulder County | $3,821 | $3,842 | $3,779 |
| Douglas County | $3,707 | $3,730 | $3,630 |
| Eagle County | $3,339 | $3,213 | $3,668 |
| Elbert County | $2,981 | $3,128 | $2,640 |
| Jefferson County | $2,867 | $2,869 | $2,862 |
| Adams County | $2,770 | $2,902 | $2,343 |
| Arapahoe County | $2,767 | $2,789 | $2,709 |
| Larimer County | $2,662 | $2,695 | $2,576 |
| Summit County | $2,641 | $2,527 | $2,951 |
| Denver County | $2,596 | $2,632 | $2,491 |
| Routt County | $2,490 | $2,409 | $2,777 |
| Weld County | $2,242 | $2,389 | $1,862 |
| Clear Creek County | $2,160 | $2,138 | $2,217 |
| Garfield County | $2,095 | $2,206 | $1,860 |
| Ouray County | $1,854 | $2,019 | $1,710 |
| El Paso County | $1,773 | $1,828 | $1,611 |
| Grand County | $1,763 | $1,668 | $1,878 |
| Gunnison County | $1,683 | $1,687 | $1,671 |
| Park County | $1,679 | $1,806 | $1,474 |
| Chaffee County | $1,664 | $1,717 | $1,597 |
| San Miguel County | $1,599 | $1,564 | $1,643 |
| Teller County | $1,583 | $1,637 | $1,424 |
| Morgan County | $1,574 | $1,805 | $1,273 |
| Lake County | $1,544 | $1,946 | $0 |
| Archuleta County | $1,541 | $1,513 | $1,562 |
| Mineral County | $1,462 | $1,404 | $1,568 |
| La Plata County | $1,452 | $1,568 | $1,288 |
| Pueblo County | $1,382 | $1,470 | $1,195 |
| Mesa County | $1,357 | $1,389 | $1,289 |
| Custer County | $1,300 | $1,367 | $1,271 |
| Hinsdale County | $1,286 | $1,392 | $1,136 |
| Montrose County | $1,280 | $1,312 | $1,225 |
| Phillips County | $1,263 | $1,327 | $1,133 |
| San Juan County | $1,195 | $1,596 | $600 |
| Gilpin County | $1,177 | $1,225 | $1,025 |
| Kit Carson County | $1,141 | $1,329 | $721 |
| Moffat County | $1,129 | $1,187 | $987 |
| Fremont County | $1,081 | $1,114 | $1,052 |
| Logan County | $1,072 | $1,157 | $933 |
| Yuma County | $1,025 | $1,186 | $852 |
| Delta County | $986 | $1,014 | $950 |
| Alamosa County | $968 | $1,081 | $868 |
| Montezuma County | $915 | $992 | $755 |
| Rio Grande County | $893 | $988 | $648 |
| Washington County | $890 | $955 | $815 |
| Lincoln County | $886 | $970 | $592 |
| Cheyenne County | $863 | $1,175 | $589 |
| Kiowa County | $862 | $1,383 | $570 |
| Rio Blanco County | $837 | $945 | $631 |
| Huerfano County | $707 | $750 | $675 |
| Saguache County | $679 | $733 | $594 |
| Sedgwick County | $671 | $788 | $568 |
| Conejos County | $655 | $851 | $583 |
| Dolores County | $558 | $1,578 | $469 |
| Bent County | $532 | $543 | $514 |
| Costilla County | $531 | $931 | $455 |
| Crowley County | $525 | $562 | $467 |
| Las Animas County | $524 | $597 | $383 |
| Otero County | $518 | $633 | $423 |
| Jackson County | $513 | $0 | $519 |
| Baca County | $496 | $670 | $417 |
| Prowers County | $494 | $635 | $376 |
In Colorado, property tax rates vary by county. The median property tax paid across all 64 counties is $1,559.97. Property taxes are a significant source of local government funding, used to support public schools, infrastructure, and essential services. Colorado residents typically pay moderate property taxes compared to the national average.
Leading the state in property tax rates, Pitkin County County residents contribute a median of $4,450 annually. Property owners with active mortgages face an average payment of $3,915, while those who own their homes outright still pay $5,294. These substantial rates typically correspond to areas with robust public services, high property values, and strong community amenities.
At the other end of the spectrum, Prowers County County maintains the most modest property tax burden at $494. Mortgage holders in the area can expect to pay approximately $635 annually, with mortgage-free homeowners contributing $376. These reduced rates often indicate more conservative municipal spending, different funding approaches for public services, or areas with lower property valuations.