Colorado has one of the lowest effective property tax rates in the country. Rates by county in the Denver metro:

  • Denver County: ~0.48% — roughly $3,000/year on a $625,000 home (~$250/month)
  • Adams County (Thornton, Commerce City, Northglenn): ~0.60% — roughly $3,750/year
  • Arapahoe County (Aurora, Centennial, Englewood): ~0.52% — roughly $3,250/year
  • Jefferson County (Lakewood, Golden, Wheat Ridge): ~0.51% — roughly $3,190/year
  • Douglas County (Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch, Parker): ~0.61% — roughly $3,810/year — higher rate but paired with top-ranked schools
  • Boulder County: ~0.52% — roughly $5,200+/year given higher home values

These rates are dramatically lower than comparable markets in California, New York, or Texas — a meaningful financial advantage for relocating buyers. Full Colorado relocation guide.