La Plata County

La Plata County, Colorado

Effective Tax Rate

0.26%

Median Annual Tax

$1,452

How La Plata County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

La Plata County$1,452

Colorado State Average$1,560

National Average$1,924

La Plata County

0.26%

Effective rate

Colorado Avg

0.39%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,568

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,288

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$1,452

Monthly Escrow

$121

Effective Rate

0.26%

vs. Colorado State Average▼ 6.9% below

vs. National Average▼ 46% below

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in La Plata County, Colorado?

The effective property tax rate in La Plata County, Colorado is 0.26%. 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 La Plata County?

The median annual property tax payment in La Plata County is $1,452. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,568, while those without a mortgage pay $1,288.

How does La Plata County compare to the Colorado average?

La Plata County's effective tax rate of 0.26% is lower than the Colorado state average of 0.39%. The median annual property tax in La Plata County is $1,452, compared to the state average of $1,560.

What is the median home value in La Plata County, Colorado?

The median home value in La Plata County, Colorado is $549,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

How are property taxes calculated in Colorado?

Property taxes in Colorado are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

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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.

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