Washington County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 1,485.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $890, which is 43% lower than the Colorado state average and 54% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $218,300. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$890
-43% vs State
-54% vs US
Median Home Value
$218,300
-45% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
+5% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$955
$80/mo
Without Mortgage
$815
$68/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 | $890 -3.7% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $924 +3.5% | 0.44% |
| 2021 | $893 +9.2% | 0.52% |
| 2020 | $818 +8.5% | 0.50% |
| 2019 | $754 | 0.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,164
per year
Monthly Tax
$74
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Rio Blanco County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.34%
Conejos County
Tax: $655/yr Rate: 0.40%
Alamosa County
Tax: $968/yr Rate: 0.44%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,574/yr Rate: 0.53%
Routt County
Tax: $2,490/yr Rate: 0.33%
Park County
Tax: $1,679/yr Rate: 0.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $890 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $218,300.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 54% below 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 Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $955 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $815. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $65,164. 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.