Las Animas, Bent County, Colorado Property Taxes

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Property Taxes in Las Animas, Colorado

Median Las Animas, Colorado effective property tax rate: 0.78%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Colorado state median of 0.50%.
Median Las Animas, Colorado home value: $17,006
Median annual Las Animas, Colorado tax bill: $121, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.

How are property taxes in Bent calculated?

Property taxes in Las Animas, 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 Las Animas's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Las Animas, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.

Last Updated April 13, 2026

Las Animas, Bent County, Colorado Property Tax Bill Calculator

Property Assessed Value

$100,000

$1,500,000

$3,000,000

Median Effective Tax Rate

0.78%

Estimate Property Tax Bill

$133

$123

How Does the Las Animas Property Tax Calculator Work?

Use this Las Animas property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Las Animas's median effective tax rate of 0.78% — based on actual property records in Bent County — to generate your estimate.

Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment process uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Las Animas'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 Las Animas: rates range from 0.78% in 81054 to 0.78% in 81054, 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 Las Animas.

About Las Animas Property Taxes

About Property Taxes in Las Animas, Bent, Colorado

Las Animas's median effective property tax rate of 0.78% is higher than the Colorado state median of 0.50% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Bent 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 Las Animas. Homeowners in the 81054 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.78%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 0.78%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Bent County. Understanding which part of Las Animas you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.

Las Animas homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the June 8, 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 Las Animas, Bent 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 Las Animas's effective property tax rate to other cities in Colorado and the median property tax rates in Colorado and the U.S.

Property Tax Rates Across Las Animas, Bent County, Colorado

Source: Ownwell

0.61%

0.73%

0.84%

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 Las Animas Tax Rate

0.78%

Median Effective Bent County Tax Rate

0.78%

Median Effective Colorado Tax Rate

0.50%

Median Effective United States Tax Rate

1.02%

Property Tax Rates Across Las Animas, Bent County, Colorado

Zip	10th Percentile	25th Percentile	Median Tax Rate	75th Percentile	90th Percentile
81054	0.41%	0.70%	0.78%	1.21%	1.74%

Source: Ownwell

Property Tax Assessment Values Across Las Animas, Bent County, Colorado

When examining property taxes in Las Animas, 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 Bent 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 Bent 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 Las Animas, the median home price is $17,006, with tax bills ranging from $80 at the 25th percentile to $2,602 at the 90th percentile. The median tax bill is $121, compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400.

Property Tax Assessment Values Across Las Animas, Bent County, Colorado

Source: Ownwell

$17,006

$22,099

$27,191

Median Las Animas Market Value

$17,006

Median Bent County Market Value

$19,913

Median Colorado Market Value

$519,879

Median United States Market Value

$235,294

Property Tax Assessment Values Across Las Animas, Bent County, Colorado

Zip	10th Percentile	25th Percentile	Median Home Price	75th Percentile	90th Percentile
81054	$4,547	$10,776	$17,006	$87,205	$179,211

Source: Ownwell

Property Tax Bills Across Las Animas, Bent County, Colorado

Property tax bills in Las Animas are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price, and the local tax rate applied to that value. For homeowners, this means the bill can change when a property’s assessed value changes, even if the home has not been sold. The median home price in Las Animas is $17,006, which helps show how relatively modest home values can still lead to meaningful tax bills.

How much a homeowner pays also depends on where the property is located within Bent County and how local taxing authorities set rates. The tax bill distribution shows a wide range, with the 25th percentile at $80 and the 75th percentile at $640, while the 90th percentile reaches $2,602. The median tax bill is $121, and that same figure appears in zip code 81054.

For homeowners, property taxes affect monthly housing costs and long-term affordability, making it important to understand how assessed value and local rates work together.

Property Tax Bills Across Las Animas, Bent County, Colorado

Source: Ownwell

$80

$151

$222

Median Las Animas Tax Bill

$121

Median Bent County Tax Bill

$127

Median Colorado Tax Bill

$2,732

Median United States Tax Bill

$2,400

Property Tax Bills Across Las Animas, Bent County, Colorado

Zip	10th Percentile	25th Percentile	Median Tax Bill	75th Percentile	90th Percentile
81054	$31	$80	$121	$640	$2,602

Source: Ownwell

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Dates
Appeal Deadline	June 8

Links
Bent Tax Assessor
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Frequently Asked Property Tax Questions in Las Animas, Colorado

How are property taxes calculated in Las Animas, Colorado?

Property taxes in Las Animas, Colorado are calculated by multiplying your property's assessed value by the applicable tax rate set by local taxing authorities. The assessed value is determined by the county assessor and may differ from your property's market value depending on local assessment ratios and exemptions.

How do I appeal my property taxes in Las Animas, Colorado?

To appeal your property taxes in Las Animas, Colorado, you typically need to file a formal protest or appeal with your local appraisal district or assessor's office by the stated deadline. You'll need evidence such as comparable sales, a recent independent appraisal, or documentation of property condition issues. Ownwell can handle this entire process for you.

What property tax exemptions are available in Las Animas, Colorado?

Common property tax exemptions in Las Animas, Colorado include homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior citizen exemptions, veteran exemptions, and disability exemptions. Exemption amounts and eligibility requirements vary by county. Contact your local appraisal district or check Ownwell for details specific to your property.

When are property taxes due in Las Animas, Colorado?

Property tax deadlines in Las Animas, Colorado vary by county but typically include an assessment notice period in spring or early summer, followed by an appeal deadline, and a tax payment due date in the fall or winter. Check with your county assessor's office for specific dates in your area.

How can Ownwell help reduce my property taxes in Las Animas, Colorado?

Ownwell provides professional property tax appeal services in Las Animas, Colorado. Our team analyzes your assessment, gathers evidence, files all paperwork, and represents you at hearings — all with no upfront cost. You only pay a percentage of your savings if we successfully lower your tax bill.