Rio Blanco County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 1,963.
The median annual property tax in Rio Blanco County is $837, which is 46% lower than the Colorado state average and 56% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $243,400. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$837
-46% vs State
-56% vs US
Median Home Value
$243,400
-39% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
-13% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$945
$79/mo
Without Mortgage
$631
$53/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 | $837 +3.3% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $810 +3.7% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $781 +5.0% | 0.35% |
| 2020 | $744 +7.1% | 0.34% |
| 2019 | $695 | 0.35% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,620
per year
Monthly Tax
$70
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Teller County
Tax: $1,583/yr Rate: 0.36%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,707/yr Rate: 0.55%
Otero County
Tax: $518/yr Rate: 0.32%
Washington County
Tax: $890/yr Rate: 0.41%
Hinsdale County
Tax: $1,286/yr Rate: 0.29%
La Plata County
Tax: $1,452/yr Rate: 0.26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rio Blanco County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rio Blanco County is $837 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $243,400.
How does Rio Blanco County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rio Blanco County are 56% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rio Blanco County? ▼
In Rio Blanco County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $945 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $631. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rio Blanco County? ▼
Property taxes in Rio Blanco County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $72,620. 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.