Saguache County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 2,448.
The median annual property tax in Saguache County is $679, which is 56% lower than the Colorado state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $200,000. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$679
-56% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$200,000
-50% vs State
-5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
-13% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$733
$61/mo
Without Mortgage
$594
$50/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 | $679 -7.4% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $733 +1.0% | 0.44% |
| 2021 | $726 -0.5% | 0.45% |
| 2020 | $730 +6.9% | 0.48% |
| 2019 | $683 | 0.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,283
per year
Monthly Tax
$57
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Alamosa County
Tax: $968/yr Rate: 0.44%
Fremont County
Tax: $1,081/yr Rate: 0.38%
Pueblo County
Tax: $1,382/yr Rate: 0.51%
Otero County
Tax: $518/yr Rate: 0.32%
Sedgwick County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.47%
Yuma County
Tax: $1,025/yr Rate: 0.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Saguache County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Saguache County is $679 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $200,000.
How does Saguache County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Saguache County are 65% 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 Saguache County? ▼
In Saguache County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $733 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $594. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Saguache County? ▼
Property taxes in Saguache County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $54,283. 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.