Akron, Washington County, Colorado Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Akron, Colorado
Median Akron, Colorado effective property tax rate: 0.48%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Colorado state median of 0.50%.
Median Akron, Colorado home value: $137,602
Median annual Akron, Colorado tax bill: $696, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Washington calculated?
Property taxes in Akron, 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 Akron's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Akron, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Akron, Washington County, Colorado Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.48%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Akron Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Akron property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Akron's median effective tax rate of 0.48% — based on actual property records in Washington County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure used to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Akron'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 Akron: rates are the same at 0.48% in 80720, so the estimated median property tax bill is 696 across the city.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Akron.
About Akron Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Akron, Washington, Colorado
Akron’s median effective property tax rate of 0.48% is lower than the Colorado state median of 0.50% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Washington 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 Akron. Homeowners in the 80720 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.48%, while those in the lowest ZIP also pay 0.48%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Washington County. Understanding which part of Akron you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Akron 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 Akron, Washington 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 Akron'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 Akron Tax Rate
0.48%
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 Washington County Tax Rate
0.44%
Median Effective Colorado Tax Rate
0.50%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Akron, Washington County, Colorado
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80720 | 0.22% | 0.33% | 0.48% | 0.64% | 0.96% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Akron, Washington County, Colorado
When examining property taxes in Akron, 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Akron is $137,602, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 80720 has the highest median home price at $137,602.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Akron, Washington County, Colorado
Source: Ownwell
$51,046
$116,304
$181,561
Median Akron Market Value
$137,602
Median Washington County Market Value
$127,984
Median Colorado Market Value
$519,879
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Akron, Washington County, Colorado
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80720 | $18,433 | $86,838 | $137,602 | $215,721 | $310,331 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Akron, Washington County, Colorado
Property tax bills in Akron are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Washington County. The bill is determined by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable rate, so homes with higher market values generally face higher taxes. For Akron homeowners, this means the tax bill can vary widely depending on property value and local taxing decisions.
With a median home price of $137,602, Akron’s property taxes are an important part of the cost of homeownership. The 25th percentile tax bill is $341, while the 75th percentile is $1,235 and the 90th percentile reaches $2,152. The median tax bill in ZIP code 80720 is $696, showing how bills can differ even within the same area. Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400, Akron homeowners may see lower or more moderate bills, but the exact amount still depends on the home’s assessed value and local tax rates.
Median Akron Tax Bill
$696
Median Washington County Tax Bill
$643
Median Colorado Tax Bill
$2,732
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Akron, Washington County, Colorado
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80720 | $132 | $341 | $696 | $1,235 | $2,152 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 8 |
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| Washington Tax Assessor | |
| Website | washingtonco-search.gsacorp.io |