What is the property tax rate in Aurora, CO?

Aurora has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.52%. On a median home valued at $444,500, homeowners pay approximately $2,321 per year in property taxes.

How does Aurora compare to Arapahoe County?

Aurora's effective rate of 0.52% is equal to the Arapahoe County average of 0.52%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,938, while Aurora homeowners pay an estimated $2,321.

How much are property taxes in Aurora on a $300,000 home?

Based on Aurora's effective rate of 0.52%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,560 per year, or about $130 per month.

Aurora Property Tax Rate

Arapahoe County, Colorado

0.52%effective rate

Aurora is located in Arapahoe County, Colorado. Homeowners in Aurora pay a median of $2,321 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $444,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.52%. This is roughly in line with the Arapahoe County average of 0.52%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.52%

vs 0.52% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,321

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$444,500

2024 estimate

Population📍

390,201

Aurora, CO

How Aurora Compares

Aurora

0.52%

Arapahoe County Average

0.52%

Colorado Average

0.48%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Arapahoe County

Compare property tax rates for 4 cities in Arapahoe County, Colorado.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Centennial	107,386	$3,378	0.54%
Aurora	390,201	$2,321	0.52%
Littleton	45,092	$3,007	0.50%
Englewood	33,774	$2,215	0.41%

About Property Taxes in Aurora

Property taxes in Aurora are collected by Arapahoe County. Tax exemptions available to Arapahoe County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Aurora. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Arapahoe County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,560

$130/month · Rate: 0.52%

Arapahoe County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.