Fremont County Property Taxes

Fremont County, Colorado

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

30.7% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$90/mo escrow

#31 of 64 counties in Colorado

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.38%

vs. Colorado Avg30.7% below
vs. National Avg59.8% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$282,100

State avg $398,069

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,114

$93/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,052

$88/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#31

of 64 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Fremont County, Colorado

Fremont taxes near U.S. average

Fremont County's effective rate of 0.383% sits just below the national median of 0.381%, placing it close to middle-of-the-road nationally. The median annual tax of $1,081 is well below the national median of $2,690, because Fremont's median home value of $282,100 aligns closely with the U.S. average.

Fremont ranks among Colorado's lowest rates

At 0.383%, Fremont's effective rate is just slightly below Colorado's state average of 0.393%, placing it near the bottom tier of the state's 64 counties. The median tax of $1,081 is significantly below Colorado's median of $1,560, making Fremont one of the state's most affordable counties.

Fremont undercuts all nearby counties

Fremont's 0.383% rate is the lowest in its region, beating Garfield (0.427%), El Paso (0.411%), Elbert (0.449%), and Douglas (0.550%). This tax advantage makes Fremont attractive to budget-conscious homebuyers in the western Front Range.

Fremont homeowners pay $1,081 annually

On Fremont County's median home value of $282,100, the typical property owner pays approximately $1,081 in property taxes per year. This modest burden reflects Fremont's rural character and modest property valuations around Cañon City and the surrounding areas.

Rural Fremont homeowners can still appeal

Even in low-tax rural counties, some assessments may be inflated relative to recent comparable sales. A free appeal with Fremont County's assessor can verify that your property is fairly valued compared to similar homes in your area.

How Fremont County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Fremont County$1,081
Colorado State Average$1,560
National Average$1,924

Fremont County

0.38%

Effective rate

Colorado Avg

0.39%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fremont County, Colorado?
The effective property tax rate in Fremont County, Colorado is 0.38%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Fremont County?
The median annual property tax payment in Fremont County is $1,081. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,114, while those without a mortgage pay $1,052.
How does Fremont County compare to the Colorado average?
Fremont County's effective tax rate of 0.38% is lower than the Colorado state average of 0.39%. The median annual property tax in Fremont County is $1,081, compared to the state average of $1,560.
What is the median home value in Fremont County, Colorado?
The median home value in Fremont County, Colorado is $282,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Fremont County a low property tax area in Colorado?
Yes — Fremont County's effective property tax rate of 0.38% is below the Colorado average of 0.39%. The median annual property tax of $1,081 is also lower the state average of $1,560, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Fremont County rank for property taxes in Colorado?
Fremont County ranks #31 out of 64 counties in Colorado by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.38% and median annual tax of $1,081, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.