Clear Creek County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 3,725.
The median annual property tax in Clear Creek County is $2,160, which is 38% higher than the Colorado state average and 12% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $572,800. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,160
+38% vs State
+12% vs US
Median Home Value
$572,800
+44% vs State
+171% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
-3% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,138
$178/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,217
$185/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 | $2,160 +10.7% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $1,952 +8.3% | 0.39% |
| 2021 | $1,803 +12.4% | 0.38% |
| 2020 | $1,604 +8.4% | 0.40% |
| 2019 | $1,480 | 0.39% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$96,667
per year
Monthly Tax
$180
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Custer County
Tax: $1,300/yr Rate: 0.36%
Yuma County
Tax: $1,025/yr Rate: 0.48%
Cheyenne County
Tax: $863/yr Rate: 0.46%
Larimer County
Tax: $2,662/yr Rate: 0.50%
Chaffee County
Tax: $1,664/yr Rate: 0.28%
Lincoln County
Tax: $886/yr Rate: 0.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clear Creek County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clear Creek County is $2,160 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $572,800.
How does Clear Creek County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clear Creek County are 12% above 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 Clear Creek County? ▼
In Clear Creek County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,138 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,217. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clear Creek County? ▼
Property taxes in Clear Creek County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $96,667. 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.