Cheyenne County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 546.
The median annual property tax in Cheyenne County is $863, which is 45% lower than the Colorado state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $187,100. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$863
-45% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$187,100
-53% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
+18% vs State
-52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,175
$98/mo
Without Mortgage
$589
$49/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 | $863 +16.2% | 0.46% |
| 2022 | $743 -7.5% | 0.45% |
| 2021 | $803 +3.6% | 0.51% |
| 2020 | $775 +32.9% | 0.55% |
| 2019 | $583 | 0.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,768
per year
Monthly Tax
$72
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
La Plata County
Tax: $1,452/yr Rate: 0.26%
Crowley County
Tax: $525/yr Rate: 0.49%
Mineral County
Tax: $1,462/yr Rate: 0.35%
Washington County
Tax: $890/yr Rate: 0.41%
Dolores County
Tax: $558/yr Rate: 0.24%
Park County
Tax: $1,679/yr Rate: 0.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cheyenne County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cheyenne County is $863 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $187,100.
How does Cheyenne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cheyenne County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cheyenne County? ▼
In Cheyenne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,175 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $589. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cheyenne County? ▼
Property taxes in Cheyenne County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $67,768. 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.