Delta County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 9,663.
The median annual property tax in Delta County is $986, which is 37% lower than the Colorado state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $318,000. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$986
-37% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$318,000
-20% vs State
+50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
-21% vs State
-67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,014
$85/mo
Without Mortgage
$950
$79/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 | $986 +6.8% | 0.31% |
| 2022 | $923 +8.8% | 0.32% |
| 2021 | $848 +8.7% | 0.32% |
| 2020 | $780 +0.1% | 0.31% |
| 2019 | $779 | 0.32% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,330
per year
Monthly Tax
$82
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Gilpin County
Tax: $1,177/yr Rate: 0.23%
San Miguel County
Tax: $1,599/yr Rate: 0.26%
Archuleta County
Tax: $1,541/yr Rate: 0.34%
Montrose County
Tax: $1,280/yr Rate: 0.36%
Mineral County
Tax: $1,462/yr Rate: 0.35%
Chaffee County
Tax: $1,664/yr Rate: 0.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Delta County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Delta County is $986 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $318,000.
How does Delta County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Delta County are 49% 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 Delta County? ▼
In Delta County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,014 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $950. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Delta County? ▼
Property taxes in Delta County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $58,330. 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.