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Rio Blanco County, Colorado Property Taxes

  • Median Rio Blanco County effective property tax rate: 0.43%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.

  • Median Rio Blanco County home value: $159,630

  • Median annual Rio Blanco County tax bill: $651, $1,749 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.

How are property taxes in Rio Blanco County calculated?

Property taxes in Rio Blanco 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 Meeker or another part of Rio Blanco County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.

Last Updated March 1, 2025

Rio Blanco County, Colorado Property Tax Bill Calculator

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Median Effective Tax Rate

0.41%

Estimate Property Tax Bill

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Ownwell’s Rio Blanco County Property Tax Bill Calculator empowers homeowners, real estate investors, and potential buyers to estimate their annual property taxes in Rio Blanco County with just two data points.

By entering your property's estimated assessed value, our calculator applies Rio Blanco County’s median effective tax rate to accurately estimate your property tax bill. Note that your property's assessed value — determined by your county — reflects any exemptions you may have, ensuring a more precise calculation for your property tax obligations.

This insightful tool helps you understand potential tax liabilities and highlights how Ownwell can assist in reducing property taxes in Rio Blanco County.

For those interested in more localized information, please scroll down to explore city-level trends!

Property Tax Rates Across Rio Blanco County, Colorado

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 Rio Blanco County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Colorado or the U.S. median property tax rate.

Property Tax Rates Across Rio Blanco County, Colorado

Source: Ownwell

0.30%

0.43%

0.56%

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 Rio Blanco County Tax Rate

0.41%

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 Rates Across Rio Blanco County, Colorado

City10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian Tax Rate75th Percentile90th Percentile
Meeker0.25%0.28%0.41%0.41%0.45%
Rangely0.28%0.56%0.56%0.56%0.56%
Rifle0.25%0.28%0.30%0.46%0.56%

Source: Ownwell

Property Tax Assessment Values Across Rio Blanco County, Colorado

When examining property taxes in Rio Blanco 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 Rio Blanco County Assessor's Office 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.

In Rio Blanco 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 Rio Blanco County.

For example, the median tax bill in Rio Blanco County is $692, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Rifle has the highest median home price at $209,345.

Property Tax Assessment Values Across Rio Blanco County, Colorado

Source: Ownwell

$98,620

$158,053

$217,485

Median Rio Blanco County Market Value

$159,295

Median Colorado Market Value

$519,879

Median United States Market Value

$235,294

Property Tax Assessment Values Across Rio Blanco County, Colorado

City10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian Home Price75th Percentile90th Percentile
Meeker$24,802$119,475$217,485$320,470$489,917
Rangely$13,608$32,610$98,620$154,580$230,530
Rifle$12,210$63,528$201,550$356,642$509,570

Source: Ownwell

Property Tax Bills Across Rio Blanco County, Colorado

In Rio Blanco County, CO, property tax bills are calculated based on the assessed value of a home, which is determined by the county assessor. This value is a percentage of the property's market value. The assessed value is then multiplied by the local tax rate to determine the annual property tax bill. Homeowners in Rio Blanco County typically see tax bills that vary significantly across different percentiles. For instance, the 25th percentile tax bill is $374, while the 75th percentile reaches $945, and at the 90th percentile, it climbs to $1,359. The median home price in the county stands at $159,630, which is relatively low compared to national figures. In comparison, the national median property tax bill is $2,400, with a tax rate of 1.02%. Within the county, Meeker has the highest median tax bill at $692, while Rifle has the lowest at $549. These figures highlight the variability in property tax obligations, influenced by location and home values, impacting homeowners' financial planning.

Property Tax Bills Across Rio Blanco County, Colorado

Source: Ownwell

$523

$664

$805

Median Rio Blanco County Tax Bill

$704

Median Colorado Tax Bill

$2,732

Median United States Tax Bill

$2,400

Property Tax Bills Across Rio Blanco County, Colorado

City10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian Tax Bill75th Percentile90th Percentile
Meeker$216$476$803$1,187$1,844
Rangely$84$246$523$859$1,324
Rifle$195$477$805$1,180$2,026

Source: Ownwell

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