Custer County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 2,097.
The median annual property tax in Custer County is $1,300, which is 17% lower than the Colorado state average and 32% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.36% on a median home value of $358,800. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,300
-17% vs State
-32% vs US
Median Home Value
$358,800
-10% vs State
+70% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.36%
-8% vs State
-62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,367
$114/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,271
$106/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 | $1,300 +8.7% | 0.36% |
| 2022 | $1,196 +9.2% | 0.37% |
| 2021 | $1,095 +2.0% | 0.42% |
| 2020 | $1,074 +1.1% | 0.43% |
| 2019 | $1,062 | 0.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,700
per year
Monthly Tax
$108
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Arapahoe County
Tax: $2,767/yr Rate: 0.53%
Logan County
Tax: $1,072/yr Rate: 0.47%
Washington County
Tax: $890/yr Rate: 0.41%
El Paso County
Tax: $1,773/yr Rate: 0.41%
Rio Grande County
Tax: $893/yr Rate: 0.41%
Adams County
Tax: $2,770/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Custer County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Custer County is $1,300 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.36% on a median home value of $358,800.
How does Custer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Custer County are 32% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.36% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Custer County? ▼
In Custer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,367 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,271. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Custer County? ▼
Property taxes in Custer County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $72,700. 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.