Kit Carson County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 1,990.
The median annual property tax in Kit Carson County is $1,141, which is 27% lower than the Colorado state average and 41% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $221,400. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,141
-27% vs State
-41% vs US
Median Home Value
$221,400
-44% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
+33% vs State
-45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,329
$111/mo
Without Mortgage
$721
$60/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 | $1,141 +16.7% | 0.52% |
| 2022 | $978 +2.1% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $958 +17.7% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $814 +1.9% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $799 | 0.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,810
per year
Monthly Tax
$95
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Lake County
Tax: $1,544/yr Rate: 0.38%
Rio Blanco County
Tax: $837/yr Rate: 0.34%
Sedgwick County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.47%
Costilla County
Tax: $531/yr Rate: 0.31%
Cheyenne County
Tax: $863/yr Rate: 0.46%
Custer County
Tax: $1,300/yr Rate: 0.36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kit Carson County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kit Carson County is $1,141 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $221,400.
How does Kit Carson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kit Carson County are 41% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kit Carson County? ▼
In Kit Carson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,329 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $721. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kit Carson County? ▼
Property taxes in Kit Carson County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $59,810. 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.