Routt County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 8,058.
The median annual property tax in Routt County is $2,490, which is 60% higher than the Colorado state average and 29% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.33% on a median home value of $756,200. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,490
+60% vs State
+29% vs US
Median Home Value
$756,200
+90% vs State
+257% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.33%
-15% vs State
-65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,409
$201/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,777
$231/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 | $2,490 +8.6% | 0.33% |
| 2022 | $2,292 +16.1% | 0.33% |
| 2021 | $1,974 +8.4% | 0.35% |
| 2020 | $1,821 +3.8% | 0.34% |
| 2019 | $1,755 | 0.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$104,803
per year
Monthly Tax
$208
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Jackson County
Tax: $513/yr Rate: 0.21%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 0.47%
Huerfano County
Tax: $707/yr Rate: 0.28%
San Miguel County
Tax: $1,599/yr Rate: 0.26%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,574/yr Rate: 0.53%
Mesa County
Tax: $1,357/yr Rate: 0.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Routt County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Routt County is $2,490 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.33% on a median home value of $756,200.
How does Routt County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Routt County are 29% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Routt County? ▼
In Routt County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,409 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,777. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Routt County? ▼
Property taxes in Routt County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $104,803. 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.