Gunnison County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 5,290.
The median annual property tax in Gunnison County is $1,683, which is 8% higher than the Colorado state average and 12% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.28% on a median home value of $597,200. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,683
+8% vs State
-12% vs US
Median Home Value
$597,200
+50% vs State
+182% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.28%
-28% vs State
-71% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,687
$141/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,671
$139/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 | $1,683 +2.7% | 0.28% |
| 2022 | $1,639 +10.4% | 0.31% |
| 2021 | $1,484 +6.6% | 0.34% |
| 2020 | $1,392 -1.4% | 0.36% |
| 2019 | $1,412 | 0.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,358
per year
Monthly Tax
$140
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Archuleta County
Tax: $1,541/yr Rate: 0.34%
Summit County
Tax: $2,641/yr Rate: 0.31%
Kit Carson County
Tax: $1,141/yr Rate: 0.52%
Eagle County
Tax: $3,339/yr Rate: 0.41%
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 Gunnison County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gunnison County is $1,683 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.28% on a median home value of $597,200.
How does Gunnison County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gunnison County are 12% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.28% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gunnison County? ▼
In Gunnison County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,687 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,671. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gunnison County? ▼
Property taxes in Gunnison County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $77,358. 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.