Mesa County Property Taxes

Mesa County, Colorado

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

13% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$113/mo escrow

#34 of 64 counties in Colorado

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.39%

vs. Colorado Avg13% below
vs. National Avg49.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$349,400

State avg $398,069

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,389

$116/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,289

$107/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#34

of 64 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Mesa County, Colorado

Mesa County taxes nearly match national median

Mesa County's effective tax rate of 0.388% sits just below the national median of 0.470%, placing it in roughly the 40th percentile nationally. The median property tax of $1,357 falls below the national median of $2,690, reflecting Mesa's moderate home values ($349,400 median). Mesa residents enjoy near-national-average tax structures.

Nearly identical to Colorado average

Mesa's 0.388% effective rate essentially matches Colorado's state average of 0.393%, confirming the county's position as typically taxed in the state. The median tax of $1,357 falls below the state median of $1,560, reflecting Mesa's slightly lower property values. Mesa represents quintessential Colorado tax positioning.

Competitive rates in western Colorado

Mesa's 0.388% rate sits between La Plata County (0.264%) and Larimer County (0.500%), offering middle-ground taxation in the western region. The $1,357 median tax falls comfortably in the region's middle range. Mesa provides balanced tax efficiency for western Colorado homeowners.

What a Mesa County homeowner pays

The median Mesa County home valued at $349,400 generates an estimated annual property tax of $1,357. With a mortgage, homeowners typically pay approximately $1,389, while those owning outright pay around $1,289. Mesa's taxes represent a reasonable annual cost for properties in this value range.

Growing areas warrant assessment reviews

Mesa County's growth as a regional center means property values shift frequently, sometimes outpacing assessment updates. If your home's recent market value appears lower than your assessed value, file an appeal. Correcting overassessments can yield meaningful savings on Mesa's already-moderate tax bills.

How Mesa County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Mesa County$1,357
Colorado State Average$1,560
National Average$1,924

Mesa County

0.39%

Effective rate

Colorado Avg

0.39%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Mesa County, Colorado?
The effective property tax rate in Mesa County, Colorado is 0.39%. 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 Mesa County?
The median annual property tax payment in Mesa County is $1,357. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,389, while those without a mortgage pay $1,289.
How does Mesa County compare to the Colorado average?
Mesa County's effective tax rate of 0.39% is lower than the Colorado state average of 0.39%. The median annual property tax in Mesa County is $1,357, compared to the state average of $1,560.
What is the median home value in Mesa County, Colorado?
The median home value in Mesa County, Colorado is $349,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Mesa County a low property tax area in Colorado?
Yes — Mesa County's effective property tax rate of 0.39% is below the Colorado average of 0.39%. The median annual property tax of $1,357 is also lower the state average of $1,560, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Mesa County rank for property taxes in Colorado?
Mesa County ranks #34 out of 64 counties in Colorado by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.39% and median annual tax of $1,357, 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.