Mesa County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 46,413.
The median annual property tax in Mesa County is $1,357, which is 13% lower than the Colorado state average and 29% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $349,400. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,357
-13% vs State
-29% vs US
Median Home Value
$349,400
-12% vs State
+65% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.39%
+0% vs State
-59% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,389
$116/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,289
$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 | $1,357 +7.5% | 0.39% |
| 2022 | $1,262 +10.8% | 0.40% |
| 2021 | $1,139 +6.9% | 0.43% |
| 2020 | $1,065 +7.3% | 0.43% |
| 2019 | $993 | 0.44% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,485
per year
Monthly Tax
$113
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Crowley County
Tax: $525/yr Rate: 0.49%
Conejos County
Tax: $655/yr Rate: 0.40%
Kiowa County
Tax: $862/yr Rate: 0.58%
Ouray County
Tax: $1,854/yr Rate: 0.28%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,707/yr Rate: 0.55%
Moffat County
Tax: $1,129/yr Rate: 0.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mesa County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mesa County is $1,357 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $349,400.
How does Mesa County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mesa County are 29% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mesa County? ▼
In Mesa County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,389 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,289. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mesa County? ▼
Property taxes in Mesa County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $71,485. 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.