El Paso County Property Tax Rate
Colorado
El Paso County, Colorado has an effective property tax rate of 0.41%, which is 55% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $461,000, homeowners pay approximately $1,874 per year in property taxes. El Paso County ranks #27 out of 64 counties in Colorado for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 39.6% while home values gained 53.6%. The county's largest city with its own tax profile is Colorado Springs, where the median annual bill is $1,664.
$1,874
Per year
$461,000
2024 estimate
2.07%
Median income: $90,363
#27
of 64 counties in CO
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$1,931
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$1,722
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in El Paso County pay on average $209 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How El Paso County Compares
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Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in El Paso County rose 39.6% (from $1,342 to $1,874), while the median home value climbed 53.6%. The effective tax rate fell from 0.45% to 0.41% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,342 | $300,200 | 0.45% |
| 2021 | $1,449 | $331,400 | 0.44% |
| 2022 | $1,629 | $390,500 | 0.42% |
| 2023 | $1,773 | $431,000 | 0.41% |
| 2024 | $1,874 | $461,000 | 0.41% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Colorado Property Tax Exemptions
Available to El Paso County homeowners
Senior Homestead
50% of the first $200,000 of actual value (up to $100,000)
Homeowners age 65+ who have lived in the home for 10+ consecutive years
Disabled Veteran
50% of the first $200,000 of actual value
Veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$1,230
$102/month · Rate: 0.41%
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Explore property tax data for 3 cities in El Paso County, Colorado.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs | $1,664 | 0.40% |
| Security-Widefield | $1,434 | 0.40% |
| Fountain | $1,417 | 0.38% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.