Weld County Property Taxes

Weld County, Colorado

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

43.7% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$187/mo escrow

#55 of 64 counties in Colorado

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.50%

vs. Colorado Avg43.7% above
vs. National Avg16.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$444,500

State avg $398,069

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,389

$199/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,862

$155/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#55

of 64 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Weld County, Colorado

Weld's highest rate creates substantial taxes

Weld County's effective tax rate of 0.504% is Colorado's highest among these eight counties and exceeds the state average of 0.393% by 28%. The median property tax of $2,242 approaches the national median of $2,690, reflecting both high rates and above-average property values.

Colorado's highest effective tax rate

Weld County ranks highest among all 64 Colorado counties by effective tax rate at 0.504%, well above the state average of 0.393%. This 29% premium translates to $2,242 in median annual taxes versus the state average of $1,560.

Heaviest tax burden in the region

Weld County's 0.504% rate and $2,242 median tax far exceed neighboring Washington County at 0.408% and Yuma County at 0.475%. Weld residents bear the region's highest absolute tax obligation due to both elevated rates and strong property values.

Median annual tax: over $2,240

On Weld County's median home value of $444,500, residents pay $2,242 annually in property taxes. With a mortgage, that rises to $2,389; without, it drops to $1,862—a $527 annual difference reflecting Colorado's mortgage assessment distinctions.

High taxes make appeals worth pursuing

Weld County homeowners face Colorado's highest effective tax rates, making property assessment appeals particularly valuable. Even small percentage reductions on six-figure properties can save substantial amounts annually.

How Weld County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Weld County$2,242
Colorado State Average$1,560
National Average$1,924

Weld County

0.50%

Effective rate

Colorado Avg

0.39%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Weld County, Colorado?
The effective property tax rate in Weld County, Colorado is 0.50%. 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 Weld County?
The median annual property tax payment in Weld County is $2,242. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,389, while those without a mortgage pay $1,862.
How does Weld County compare to the Colorado average?
Weld County's effective tax rate of 0.50% is higher than the Colorado state average of 0.39%. The median annual property tax in Weld County is $2,242, compared to the state average of $1,560.
What is the median home value in Weld County, Colorado?
The median home value in Weld County, Colorado is $444,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Weld County property tax rate higher than the Colorado average?
Weld County's effective property tax rate of 0.50% is higher than the Colorado average of 0.39%. This difference of 0.11% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Weld County rank for property taxes in Colorado?
Weld County ranks #55 out of 64 counties in Colorado by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.50% and median annual tax of $2,242, it falls in the upper 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.