La Plata County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 16,462.
The median annual property tax in La Plata County is $1,452, which is 7% lower than the Colorado state average and 24% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.26% on a median home value of $549,100. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,452
-7% vs State
-24% vs US
Median Home Value
$549,100
+38% vs State
+160% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.26%
-33% vs State
-73% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,568
$131/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,288
$107/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 | $1,452 +6.6% | 0.26% |
| 2022 | $1,362 +9.0% | 0.27% |
| 2021 | $1,250 +5.7% | 0.29% |
| 2020 | $1,183 +2.3% | 0.28% |
| 2019 | $1,156 | 0.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$85,296
per year
Monthly Tax
$121
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Morgan County
Tax: $1,574/yr Rate: 0.53%
Delta County
Tax: $986/yr Rate: 0.31%
San Miguel County
Tax: $1,599/yr Rate: 0.26%
Summit County
Tax: $2,641/yr Rate: 0.31%
Clear Creek County
Tax: $2,160/yr Rate: 0.38%
Bent County
Tax: $532/yr Rate: 0.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in La Plata County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in La Plata County is $1,452 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.26% on a median home value of $549,100.
How does La Plata County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in La Plata County are 24% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.26% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in La Plata County? ▼
In La Plata County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,568 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,288. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in La Plata County? ▼
Property taxes in La Plata County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $85,296. 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.