Douglas County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 105,865.
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $3,707, which is 138% higher than the Colorado state average and 93% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $674,000. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,707
+138% vs State
+93% vs US
Median Home Value
$674,000
+69% vs State
+219% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.55%
+41% vs State
-42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,730
$311/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,630
$303/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 | $3,707 +6.2% | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $3,490 +9.5% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $3,187 +6.9% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $2,980 +4.1% | 0.60% |
| 2019 | $2,862 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$145,737
per year
Monthly Tax
$309
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Conejos County
Tax: $655/yr Rate: 0.40%
Delta County
Tax: $986/yr Rate: 0.31%
Alamosa County
Tax: $968/yr Rate: 0.44%
Costilla County
Tax: $531/yr Rate: 0.31%
Yuma County
Tax: $1,025/yr Rate: 0.48%
San Miguel County
Tax: $1,599/yr Rate: 0.26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Douglas County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $3,707 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $674,000.
How does Douglas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County are 93% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
In Douglas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,730 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,630. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $145,737. 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.