Baca County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 1,145.
The median annual property tax in Baca County is $496, which is 68% lower than the Colorado state average and 74% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $122,000. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$496
-68% vs State
-74% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,000
-69% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
+5% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$670
$56/mo
Without Mortgage
$417
$35/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $496 -3.5% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $514 -1.5% | 0.43% |
| 2021 | $522 +13.5% | 0.44% |
| 2020 | $460 +2.7% | 0.47% |
| 2019 | $448 | 0.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$40,380
per year
Monthly Tax
$41
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Saguache County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.34%
Alamosa County
Tax: $968/yr Rate: 0.44%
Gunnison County
Tax: $1,683/yr Rate: 0.28%
Delta County
Tax: $986/yr Rate: 0.31%
Otero County
Tax: $518/yr Rate: 0.32%
Pueblo County
Tax: $1,382/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Baca County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Baca County is $496 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $122,000.
How does Baca County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Baca County are 74% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Baca County? ▼
In Baca County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $670 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $417. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Baca County? ▼
Property taxes in Baca County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $40,380. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.