Eagle County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 14,130.
The median annual property tax in Eagle County is $3,339, which is 114% higher than the Colorado state average and 74% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $814,700. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,339
+114% vs State
+74% vs US
Median Home Value
$814,700
+105% vs State
+285% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
+5% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,213
$268/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,668
$306/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 | $3,339 +14.8% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $2,908 +9.4% | 0.40% |
| 2021 | $2,657 +3.7% | 0.41% |
| 2020 | $2,563 +7.6% | 0.42% |
| 2019 | $2,381 | 0.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$103,174
per year
Monthly Tax
$278
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Denver County
Tax: $2,596/yr Rate: 0.44%
Montezuma County
Tax: $915/yr Rate: 0.30%
Boulder County
Tax: $3,821/yr Rate: 0.54%
Hinsdale County
Tax: $1,286/yr Rate: 0.29%
Las Animas County
Tax: $524/yr Rate: 0.24%
Otero County
Tax: $518/yr Rate: 0.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Eagle County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Eagle County is $3,339 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $814,700.
How does Eagle County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Eagle County are 74% above 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 Eagle County? ▼
In Eagle County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,213 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,668. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Eagle County? ▼
Property taxes in Eagle County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $103,174. 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.