Teller County, Colorado Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Colorado. Population: 9,251.
The median annual property tax in Teller County is $1,583, which is 1% higher than the Colorado state average and 18% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.36% on a median home value of $445,000. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,583
+1% vs State
-18% vs US
Median Home Value
$445,000
+12% vs State
+110% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.36%
-8% vs State
-62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,637
$136/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,424
$119/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 | $1,583 +7.9% | 0.36% |
| 2022 | $1,467 +11.3% | 0.36% |
| 2021 | $1,318 -1.9% | 0.40% |
| 2020 | $1,343 +3.8% | 0.44% |
| 2019 | $1,294 | 0.44% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,666
per year
Monthly Tax
$132
per month
Other Counties in Colorado
Montrose County
Tax: $1,280/yr Rate: 0.36%
Costilla County
Tax: $531/yr Rate: 0.31%
San Juan County
Tax: $1,195/yr Rate: 0.29%
Lake County
Tax: $1,544/yr Rate: 0.38%
Crowley County
Tax: $525/yr Rate: 0.49%
Kiowa County
Tax: $862/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Teller County, Colorado? ▼
The median annual property tax in Teller County is $1,583 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.36% on a median home value of $445,000.
How does Teller County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Teller County are 18% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.36% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Teller County? ▼
In Teller County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,637 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,424. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Teller County? ▼
Property taxes in Teller County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $80,666. 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.