Lincoln County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 1,400.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $886, which is 43% lower than the Colorado state average and 54% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $232,100. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$886
-43% vs State
-54% vs US
Median Home Value
$232,100
-42% vs State
+10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
-3% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$970
$81/mo
Without Mortgage
$592
$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 | $886 +15.4% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $768 +45.7% | 0.32% |
| 2021 | $527 +3.5% | 0.32% |
| 2020 | $509 -9.3% | 0.32% |
| 2019 | $561 | 0.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,257
per year
Monthly Tax
$74
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
La Plata County
Tax: $1,452/yr Rate: 0.26%
Alamosa County
Tax: $968/yr Rate: 0.44%
Broomfield County
Tax: $3,888/yr Rate: 0.62%
Larimer County
Tax: $2,662/yr Rate: 0.50%
Grand County
Tax: $1,763/yr Rate: 0.35%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,574/yr Rate: 0.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $886 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $232,100.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 54% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $970 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $592. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $54,257. 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.