Gilpin County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 2,448.
The median annual property tax in Gilpin County is $1,177, which is 25% lower than the Colorado state average and 39% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.23% on a median home value of $512,600. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,177
-25% vs State
-39% vs US
Median Home Value
$512,600
+29% vs State
+142% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.23%
-41% vs State
-76% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,225
$102/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,025
$85/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 | $1,177 -4.9% | 0.23% |
| 2022 | $1,238 +10.4% | 0.27% |
| 2021 | $1,121 +19.1% | 0.27% |
| 2020 | $941 +6.0% | 0.24% |
| 2019 | $888 | 0.25% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$88,654
per year
Monthly Tax
$98
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Weld County
Tax: $2,242/yr Rate: 0.50%
Saguache County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.34%
Conejos County
Tax: $655/yr Rate: 0.40%
Boulder County
Tax: $3,821/yr Rate: 0.54%
Larimer County
Tax: $2,662/yr Rate: 0.50%
Broomfield County
Tax: $3,888/yr Rate: 0.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gilpin County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gilpin County is $1,177 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.23% on a median home value of $512,600.
How does Gilpin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gilpin County are 39% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.23% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gilpin County? ▼
In Gilpin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,225 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,025. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gilpin County? ▼
Property taxes in Gilpin County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $88,654. 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.