Broomfield County, Colorado Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Broomfield County, Colorado
Median Broomfield County effective property tax rate: 0.68%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Broomfield County home value: $604,790
Median annual Broomfield County tax bill: $4,131, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Broomfield County calculated?
Property taxes in Broomfield 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 Broomfield or another part of Broomfield County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Broomfield County, Colorado Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Broomfield County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Broomfield County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Broomfield County's median effective tax rate of 0.68% to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the appraisal district assigns 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. Broomfield County's median tax rate is lower than the Colorado median tax rate of 0.50%, while the county's median tax bill is $4,131, which is $1,731 higher than the state median tax bill.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Broomfield County.
Property Tax Rates Across Broomfield County, Colorado
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Broomfield County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Broomfield 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 Broomfield County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Colorado or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Broomfield County's median effective rate stands at 0.68%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Broomfield County, the highest rate is found in Westminster at 0.95%, while Erie has the lowest at 0.43%.
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 Broomfield County Tax Rate
0.68%
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 Broomfield County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomfield | 0.52% | 0.59% | 0.68% | 0.80% | 0.91% |
| Denver | 0.15% | 0.16% | 0.24% | 0.33% | 0.43% |
| Erie | 0.20% | 0.34% | 0.43% | 0.57% | 0.64% |
| Westminster | 0.71% | 0.91% | 0.95% | 1.23% | 1.24% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Broomfield County, Colorado
When examining property taxes in Broomfield 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 Broomfield 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 are sent in the spring each year and 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. In Broomfield County, the median tax bill is $4,131, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Tax bills range significantly across the county, and Westminster has the highest median home price at $993,270.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Broomfield County, Colorado
Source: Ownwell
$48,290
$520,780
$993,270
Median Broomfield County Market Value
$604,790
Median Colorado Market Value
$519,879
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Broomfield County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomfield | $437,330 | $508,560 | $612,190 | $812,530 | $1,022,622 |
| Denver | $18,640 | $27,380 | $48,290 | $71,670 | $103,568 |
| Erie | $128,260 | $274,855 | $356,495 | $617,055 | $834,335 |
| Westminster | $616,154 | $673,020 | $993,270 | $1,593,052 | $1,964,495 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Broomfield County, Colorado
Property tax bills in Broomfield are based on a home’s assessed value, not its market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply the county’s tax rate to the assessed value to determine the final bill, so changes in valuation can directly affect what a homeowner owes. For a county with a median home price of $604,790, that calculation can lead to very different tax bills depending on the property and location.
Homeowners in Broomfield may see bills that fall well above or below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. The 25th percentile tax bill is $3,103, while the 75th percentile reaches $6,274, and the 90th percentile climbs to $8,184. That spread shows how strongly assessed value and local rates can shape annual costs.
These taxes can have a meaningful impact on household budgets, especially when property values rise. Even within the same county, tax bills can vary widely, with nearby areas like Westminster and Denver showing very different median outcomes.
Median Broomfield County Tax Bill
$4,131
Median Colorado Tax Bill
$2,732
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Broomfield County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomfield | $2,525 | $3,178 | $4,190 | $6,321 | $8,200 |
| Denver | $54 | $83 | $107 | $133 | $199 |
| Erie | $240 | $982 | $1,746 | $3,556 | $4,535 |
| Westminster | $7,568 | $8,310 | $9,576 | $14,104 | $15,097 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
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| Appeal Deadline | June 8 |
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| Broomfield Tax Assessor | |
| Website | egov.broomfield.org |