Dolores County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 1,041.
The median annual property tax in Dolores County is $558, which is 64% lower than the Colorado state average and 71% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.24% on a median home value of $231,900. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$558
-64% vs State
-71% vs US
Median Home Value
$231,900
-42% vs State
+10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.24%
-38% vs State
-75% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,578
$132/mo
Without Mortgage
$469
$39/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 | $558 +19.7% | 0.24% |
| 2022 | $466 -0.9% | 0.22% |
| 2021 | $470 +0.6% | 0.26% |
| 2020 | $467 -8.8% | 0.28% |
| 2019 | $512 | 0.44% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,490
per year
Monthly Tax
$47
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Chaffee County
Tax: $1,664/yr Rate: 0.28%
Logan County
Tax: $1,072/yr Rate: 0.47%
Archuleta County
Tax: $1,541/yr Rate: 0.34%
Gilpin County
Tax: $1,177/yr Rate: 0.23%
Moffat County
Tax: $1,129/yr Rate: 0.43%
Jackson County
Tax: $513/yr Rate: 0.21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dolores County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dolores County is $558 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.24% on a median home value of $231,900.
How does Dolores County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dolores County are 71% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.24% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dolores County? ▼
In Dolores County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,578 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $469. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dolores County? ▼
Property taxes in Dolores County represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $70,490. 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.