Hinsdale County Property Taxes

Hinsdale County, Colorado

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

17.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$107/mo escrow

#11 of 64 counties in Colorado

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.29%

vs. Colorado Avg17.6% below
vs. National Avg52.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$438,800

State avg $398,069

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,392

$116/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,136

$95/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#11

of 64 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Hinsdale County, Colorado

Hinsdale ranks in lowest national quartile

At 0.293%, Hinsdale's effective tax rate sits well below the national median of 0.52%, placing it in approximately the 22nd percentile. Hinsdale homeowners have significantly lower tax bills than the typical American property owner.

Hinsdale sits just below Colorado's state average

Hinsdale's 0.293% rate falls slightly below Colorado's 0.393% state average, positioning it around the 33rd percentile among the state's 64 counties. The county offers modest tax advantages compared to statewide norms.

Hinsdale compares favorably to nearby counties

Hinsdale's 0.293% rate sits between Grand County (0.348%, higher) and Gunnison County (0.282%, lower), making it a middle option in Colorado's mountain tax landscape. All three counties maintain below-average state rates.

Median home: $1,286 annual property tax

With a median home value of $438,800, Hinsdale homeowners pay approximately $1,286 per year in property taxes. That's $1,404 less than the national median tax bill on a home worth 56% more than the U.S. average.

Assessment challenges exist in remote areas

Remote mountain counties like Hinsdale sometimes struggle with consistent assessment practices, creating opportunities for appeals. Homeowners should compare their assessed value to recent local sales to identify potential overvaluation.

How Hinsdale County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Hinsdale County$1,286
Colorado State Average$1,560
National Average$1,924

Hinsdale County

0.29%

Effective rate

Colorado Avg

0.39%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Hinsdale County, Colorado?
The effective property tax rate in Hinsdale County, Colorado is 0.29%. 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 Hinsdale County?
The median annual property tax payment in Hinsdale County is $1,286. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,392, while those without a mortgage pay $1,136.
How does Hinsdale County compare to the Colorado average?
Hinsdale County's effective tax rate of 0.29% is lower than the Colorado state average of 0.39%. The median annual property tax in Hinsdale County is $1,286, compared to the state average of $1,560.
What is the median home value in Hinsdale County, Colorado?
The median home value in Hinsdale County, Colorado is $438,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Hinsdale County a low property tax area in Colorado?
Yes — Hinsdale County's effective property tax rate of 0.29% is below the Colorado average of 0.39%. The median annual property tax of $1,286 is also lower the state average of $1,560, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Hinsdale County rank for property taxes in Colorado?
Hinsdale County ranks #11 out of 64 counties in Colorado by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.29% and median annual tax of $1,286, it falls in the lower 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.