Costilla County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 1,236.
The median annual property tax in Costilla County is $531, which is 66% lower than the Colorado state average and 72% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $171,300. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$531
-66% vs State
-72% vs US
Median Home Value
$171,300
-57% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
-21% vs State
-67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$931
$78/mo
Without Mortgage
$455
$38/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 | $531 +6.0% | 0.31% |
| 2022 | $501 +13.9% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $440 -2.4% | 0.36% |
| 2020 | $451 +4.2% | 0.36% |
| 2019 | $433 | 0.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$36,519
per year
Monthly Tax
$44
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Cheyenne County
Tax: $863/yr Rate: 0.46%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 0.47%
Las Animas County
Tax: $524/yr Rate: 0.24%
Otero County
Tax: $518/yr Rate: 0.32%
Montrose County
Tax: $1,280/yr Rate: 0.36%
Fremont County
Tax: $1,081/yr Rate: 0.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Costilla County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Costilla County is $531 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $171,300.
How does Costilla County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Costilla County are 72% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.31% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Costilla County? ▼
In Costilla County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $931 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $455. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Costilla County? ▼
Property taxes in Costilla County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $36,519. 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.