Bent County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 1,239.
The median annual property tax in Bent County is $532, which is 66% lower than the Colorado state average and 72% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $137,900. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$532
-66% vs State
-72% vs US
Median Home Value
$137,900
-65% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.39%
+0% vs State
-59% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$543
$45/mo
Without Mortgage
$514
$43/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 | $532 +2.3% | 0.39% |
| 2022 | $520 +17.4% | 0.47% |
| 2021 | $443 +13.6% | 0.50% |
| 2020 | $390 +1.3% | 0.47% |
| 2019 | $385 | 0.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,194
per year
Monthly Tax
$44
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Weld County
Tax: $2,242/yr Rate: 0.50%
Washington County
Tax: $890/yr Rate: 0.41%
El Paso County
Tax: $1,773/yr Rate: 0.41%
Custer County
Tax: $1,300/yr Rate: 0.36%
Gilpin County
Tax: $1,177/yr Rate: 0.23%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,707/yr Rate: 0.55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bent County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bent County is $532 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $137,900.
How does Bent County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bent County are 72% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bent County? ▼
In Bent County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $543 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $514. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bent County? ▼
Property taxes in Bent County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $49,194. 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.