Archuleta County, Colorado Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Archuleta County, Colorado
Median Archuleta County effective property tax rate: 0.41%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Archuleta County home value: $501,680
Median annual Archuleta County tax bill: $2,010, $390 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Archuleta County calculated?
Property taxes in Archuleta 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 Archuleta County or another part of Archuleta County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Archuleta County, Colorado Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,057
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How Does the Archuleta County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Archuleta County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Archuleta County's median effective tax rate of 0.41% 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. Archuleta County's median property tax bill of $2,010 is lower than Colorado's median property tax bill of $2,400 and also below the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Archuleta County.
Property Tax Rates Across Archuleta County, Colorado
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Archuleta County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Archuleta 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 Archuleta County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Colorado or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Archuleta County's median effective rate stands at 0.41%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Archuleta County, the highest rate is found in Pagosa Springs at 0.41%, while Pagosa Springs has the lowest at 0.41%.
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 Archuleta 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 Archuleta County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arboles | 0.26% | 0.30% | 0.35% | 0.35% | 0.35% |
| Bayfield | 0.27% | 0.32% | 0.32% | 0.38% | 0.46% |
| Chromo | 0.38% | 0.38% | 0.38% | 0.38% | 0.41% |
| Ignacio | 0.25% | 0.30% | 0.30% | 0.38% | 0.56% |
| Pagosa Springs | 0.34% | 0.39% | 0.41% | 0.41% | 0.48% |
| Chimney Rock | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Archuleta County, Colorado
When examining property taxes in Archuleta 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 Archuleta 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 Archuleta 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 Archuleta County.
For example, the median tax bill in Archuleta County is $2,010, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Chromo has the highest median home price at $694,190.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Archuleta County, Colorado
Source: Ownwell
$142,990
$418,590
$694,190
Median Archuleta County Market Value
$501,680
Median Colorado Market Value
$519,879
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Archuleta County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arboles | $18,442 | $73,095 | $184,440 | $328,360 | $535,070 |
| Bayfield | $18,675 | $285,780 | $609,940 | $1,050,505 | $1,258,462 |
| Chromo | $200,670 | $529,862 | $694,190 | $938,768 | $1,278,015 |
| Ignacio | $14,925 | $19,220 | $142,990 | $390,020 | $561,672 |
| Pagosa Springs | $52,536 | $306,882 | $505,720 | $735,270 | $1,012,424 |
| Chimney Rock | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Archuleta County, Colorado
Property tax bills in Archuleta County are based on a home’s assessed value, which is tied to its market value, not what a homeowner originally paid. Local tax rates are then applied to that assessed value to determine the final bill. For many homeowners, this means the amount owed can change when market conditions shift, even if the property itself has not changed.
With a median home price of $501,680, tax bills can vary widely across the county. The median bill in the highest area reaches $2,733 in Chromo, while Ignacio’s median bill is $586. Across Archuleta County, the 25th percentile tax bill is $1,208, the 75th percentile is $2,903, and the 90th percentile is $4,063.
Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400, homeowners in Archuleta County may see bills that are above or below average depending on location and assessed value.
Median Archuleta County Tax Bill
$2,010
Median Colorado Tax Bill
$2,732
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Archuleta County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arboles | $83 | $270 | $645 | $1,148 | $1,746 |
| Bayfield | $236 | $1,159 | $2,163 | $3,712 | $4,457 |
| Chromo | $967 | $2,048 | $2,733 | $3,580 | $5,073 |
| Ignacio | $45 | $156 | $586 | $1,338 | $1,993 |
| Pagosa Springs | $365 | $1,265 | $2,034 | $2,917 | $4,066 |
| Chimney Rock | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 8 |
Links | |
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| Archuleta Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.archuletacounty.gov |