Garfield County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 16,084.
The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $2,095, which is 34% higher than the Colorado state average and 9% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $490,600. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,095
+34% vs State
+9% vs US
Median Home Value
$490,600
+23% vs State
+132% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.43%
+10% vs State
-55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,206
$184/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,860
$155/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 | $2,095 +6.8% | 0.43% |
| 2022 | $1,961 +11.5% | 0.44% |
| 2021 | $1,759 +7.8% | 0.46% |
| 2020 | $1,631 +16.6% | 0.43% |
| 2019 | $1,399 | 0.39% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,172
per year
Monthly Tax
$175
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Mesa County
Tax: $1,357/yr Rate: 0.39%
Alamosa County
Tax: $968/yr Rate: 0.44%
Arapahoe County
Tax: $2,767/yr Rate: 0.53%
Montezuma County
Tax: $915/yr Rate: 0.30%
Baca County
Tax: $496/yr Rate: 0.41%
La Plata County
Tax: $1,452/yr Rate: 0.26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Garfield County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $2,095 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $490,600.
How does Garfield County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Garfield County are 9% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Garfield County? ▼
In Garfield County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,206 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,860. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Garfield County? ▼
Property taxes in Garfield County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $86,172. 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.