Denver County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 161,908.
The median annual property tax in Denver County is $2,596, which is 66% higher than the Colorado state average and 35% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $586,700. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,596
+66% vs State
+35% vs US
Median Home Value
$586,700
+47% vs State
+177% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.44%
+13% vs State
-54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,632
$219/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,491
$208/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 | $2,596 +6.1% | 0.44% |
| 2022 | $2,447 +9.5% | 0.45% |
| 2021 | $2,234 +8.7% | 0.49% |
| 2020 | $2,055 +8.4% | 0.48% |
| 2019 | $1,895 | 0.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$91,681
per year
Monthly Tax
$216
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Huerfano County
Tax: $707/yr Rate: 0.28%
Rio Grande County
Tax: $893/yr Rate: 0.41%
Pitkin County
Tax: $4,450/yr Rate: 0.39%
El Paso County
Tax: $1,773/yr Rate: 0.41%
Chaffee County
Tax: $1,664/yr Rate: 0.28%
Logan County
Tax: $1,072/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Denver County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Denver County is $2,596 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $586,700.
How does Denver County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Denver County are 35% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Denver County? ▼
In Denver County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,632 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,491. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Denver County? ▼
Property taxes in Denver County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $91,681. 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.