Paradox, Montrose County, Colorado Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Paradox, Colorado
Median Paradox, Colorado effective property tax rate: 0.46%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Colorado state median of 0.50%.
Median Paradox, Colorado home value: $76,225
Median annual Paradox, Colorado tax bill: $311, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Montrose calculated?
Property taxes in Paradox, Colorado 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 Paradox's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Paradox, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Paradox, Montrose County, Colorado Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$351
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How Does the Paradox Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Paradox property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Paradox's median effective tax rate of 0.46% — based on actual property records in Montrose County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Paradox's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Paradox: rates range from 0.46% in 81429 to 0.46% in 81429, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Paradox.
About Paradox Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Paradox, Montrose, Colorado
Paradox’s median effective property tax rate of 0.46% is lower than the Colorado state median of 0.50% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Montrose County base levy combined with local school district levies and metro districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Paradox. Homeowners in ZIP code 81429 carry a median effective rate of 0.46%, while those in 81429 pay 0.46%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Montrose County. Understanding which part of Paradox you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Paradox homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the June 1, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Paradox, Montrose County, Colorado
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Paradox's effective property tax rate to other cities in Colorado and the median property tax rates in Colorado and the U.S.
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 Paradox Tax Rate
0.46%
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 Montrose County Tax Rate
0.48%
Median Effective Colorado Tax Rate
0.50%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Paradox, Montrose County, Colorado
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81429 | 0.46% | 0.46% | 0.46% | 0.47% | 0.77% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Paradox, Montrose County, Colorado
When examining property taxes in Paradox, Colorado, 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 Montrose County appraisal district 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 Montrose 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. For example, the median home price in Paradox is $76,225, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 81429 has the highest median home price at $76,225.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Paradox, Montrose County, Colorado
Source: Ownwell
$25,280
$251,150
$477,020
Median Paradox Market Value
$76,225
Median Montrose County Market Value
$342,495
Median Colorado Market Value
$519,879
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Paradox, Montrose County, Colorado
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81429 | $14,920 | $18,275 | $76,225 | $168,068 | $323,184 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Paradox, Montrose County, Colorado
Property tax bills in Paradox are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Montrose County. When a property is assessed, the taxable value is used to calculate the bill, so homes with higher market values generally owe more than lower-value homes. For Paradox, the median home price is $76,225, which helps show the scale of local property values used in the tax process.
The amount a homeowner pays can vary widely. The 25th percentile tax bill is $85, while the 75th percentile is $808 and the 90th percentile reaches $1,992. The median tax bill in the area is $311, and that same figure appears in ZIP code 81429. These differences reflect how assessed value, location, and local tax rates combine to determine what each homeowner owes. For many homeowners, even small changes in assessed value can affect annual housing costs.
Median Paradox Tax Bill
$311
Median Montrose County Tax Bill
$1,621
Median Colorado Tax Bill
$2,732
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Paradox, Montrose County, Colorado
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81429 | $69 | $85 | $311 | $808 | $1,992 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 8 |
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| Montrose Tax Assessor | |
| Website | eagleweb.montrosecounty.net |