Boulder County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 84,461.
The median annual property tax in Boulder County is $3,821, which is 145% higher than the Colorado state average and 99% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $713,900. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,821
+145% vs State
+99% vs US
Median Home Value
$713,900
+79% vs State
+237% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
+38% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,842
$320/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,779
$315/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 | $3,821 +7.4% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $3,559 +12.5% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $3,164 +7.3% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $2,948 +5.1% | 0.55% |
| 2019 | $2,804 | 0.56% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$102,772
per year
Monthly Tax
$318
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Las Animas County
Tax: $524/yr Rate: 0.24%
Moffat County
Tax: $1,129/yr Rate: 0.43%
Saguache County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.34%
Gunnison County
Tax: $1,683/yr Rate: 0.28%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,707/yr Rate: 0.55%
Mineral County
Tax: $1,462/yr Rate: 0.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Boulder County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Boulder County is $3,821 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $713,900.
How does Boulder County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Boulder County are 99% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Boulder County? ▼
In Boulder County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,842 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,779. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Boulder County? ▼
Property taxes in Boulder County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $102,772. 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.