La Plata County, Colorado Property Taxes
Property Taxes in La Plata County, Colorado
Median La Plata County effective property tax rate: 0.25%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.
Median La Plata County home value: $595,630
Median annual La Plata County tax bill: $1,647, $753 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in La Plata County calculated?
Property taxes in La Plata County are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding your county's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Whether you live in La Plata County or another part of La Plata County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
La Plata County, Colorado Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.25%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the La Plata County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this La Plata County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies La Plata County's median effective tax rate of 0.25% to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure used for tax purposes, which is typically lower than market value after applicable exemptions. Our calculator uses the median effective rate for a more accurate estimate than the statutory millage rate alone.
Your actual bill may vary based on your specific exemptions, local school district levies, and any special assessment districts that apply to your property. La Plata County's median effective tax rate is lower than Colorado's 0.50% median, and the county's $1,647 median tax bill is $753 lower than the state median bill.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across La Plata County.
Property Tax Rates Across La Plata County, Colorado
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across La Plata County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across La Plata County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.
Below, compare La Plata County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Colorado or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
La Plata County's median effective rate stands at 0.25%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within La Plata County, the highest rate is found in Durango at 0.25%, while Bayfield has the lowest at 0.25%.
These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, metro districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective La Plata County Tax Rate
0.25%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Colorado Tax Rate
0.50%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Assessment Values Across La Plata County, Colorado
When examining property taxes in La Plata County, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The La Plata County assessor estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In La Plata County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of May.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in La Plata County.
For example, the median tax bill in La Plata County is $1,647, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Mancos has the highest median home price at $698,585.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across La Plata County, Colorado
Source: Ownwell
$431,695
$575,268
$718,840
Median La Plata County Market Value
$595,630
Median Colorado Market Value
$519,879
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across La Plata County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayfield | $180,602 | $343,630 | $462,235 | $597,352 | $807,496 |
| Durango | $252,528 | $473,740 | $694,220 | $971,360 | $1,383,600 |
| Hesperus | $83,829 | $226,520 | $431,695 | $737,925 | $1,402,361 |
| Mancos | $533,308 | $635,328 | $698,585 | $840,518 | $1,429,446 |
| Ignacio | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Marvel | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across La Plata County, Colorado
Property tax bills in La Plata County are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. The assessed value is then multiplied by the combined rates set by local taxing authorities, including schools, county services, and other districts. A higher home value generally leads to a higher tax bill, while a lower assessed value can reduce what a homeowner owes.
For homeowners, this means property taxes can vary widely even within the same county. In La Plata County, the 25th percentile tax bill is $1,008, while the 75th percentile is $2,478 and the 90th percentile reaches $3,653. The median home price is $595,630, which helps explain why many bills are above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Median tax bills also differ by city, from $1,234 in Hesperus to $2,136 in Mancos.
Median La Plata County Tax Bill
$1,647
Median Colorado Tax Bill
$2,732
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
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| Appeal Deadline | June 8 |
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| La Plata Tax Assessor | |
| Website | eagleweb.lpcgov.org |