Clear Creek County, Colorado Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Clear Creek County, Colorado
Median Clear Creek County effective property tax rate: 0.52%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Clear Creek County home value: $404,300
Median annual Clear Creek County tax bill: $2,142, $258 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Clear Creek County calculated?
Property taxes in Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek County or another part of Clear Creek County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Clear Creek County, Colorado Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,102
$1,951
How Does the Clear Creek County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Clear Creek County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Clear Creek County's median effective tax rate of 0.52% 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.
Clear Creek County's median effective tax rate is lower than Colorado's 0.50% median tax rate, and the county's median property tax bill of $2,142 is lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400. That bill is also $258 lower than Colorado's median.
Your actual bill may vary based on your specific exemptions, local school district levies, and any special assessment districts that apply to your property.
Property Tax Rates Across Clear Creek County, Colorado
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Clear Creek County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Colorado or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Clear Creek County's median effective rate stands at 0.52%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Clear Creek County, the highest rate is found in Dumont at 0.62%, while Empire has the lowest at 0.49%.
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 Clear Creek County Tax Rate
0.52%
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 Clear Creek County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dumont | 0.42% | 0.49% | 0.62% | 0.62% | 0.62% |
| Empire | 0.40% | 0.49% | 0.49% | 0.52% | 0.52% |
| Evergreen | 0.44% | 0.49% | 0.52% | 0.53% | 0.53% |
| Georgetown | 0.43% | 0.52% | 0.52% | 0.52% | 0.52% |
| Idaho Springs | 0.39% | 0.49% | 0.49% | 0.50% | 0.65% |
| Silver Plume | 0.49% | 0.49% | 0.54% | 0.54% | 0.54% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Clear Creek County, Colorado
When examining property taxes in Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek 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. The median tax bill in Clear Creek County is $2,142, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Tax bills range significantly across the county, and Evergreen has the highest median home price at $631,460.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Clear Creek County, Colorado
Source: Ownwell
$231,120
$431,290
$631,460
Median Clear Creek County Market Value
$404,300
Median Colorado Market Value
$519,879
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Clear Creek County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dumont | $8,322 | $23,180 | $341,610 | $420,030 | $499,812 |
| Empire | $10,932 | $75,500 | $231,120 | $349,970 | $451,842 |
| Evergreen | $296,780 | $462,110 | $631,460 | $816,920 | $1,117,760 |
| Georgetown | $189,050 | $242,960 | $386,435 | $471,602 | $561,915 |
| Idaho Springs | $50,532 | $202,100 | $340,610 | $448,628 | $565,247 |
| Silver Plume | $93,988 | $209,200 | $302,170 | $343,810 | $412,914 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Clear Creek County, Colorado
Property tax bills in Clear Creek County are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates applied to that value. The county’s median home price is $404,300, and that market value is converted into an assessed value before taxes are calculated. Local taxing authorities then apply their rates, which means two homes with similar market values can still have different tax bills depending on where they are located within the county.
How much a homeowner pays can vary widely. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,384, while the 75th percentile is $3,058 and the 90th percentile reaches $4,190. That spread shows how location, property characteristics, and local levies can affect the final bill. Homeowners in Evergreen face the highest median tax bill at $3,179, while Empire has the lowest median tax bill at $1,420.
Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400, Clear Creek County homeowners may see bills that are either below or above the national norm depending on their property and location.
Median Clear Creek County Tax Bill
$2,142
Median Colorado Tax Bill
$2,732
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Clear Creek County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dumont | $1,105 | $1,642 | $2,089 | $2,533 | $3,070 |
| Empire | $525 | $896 | $1,420 | $1,851 | $2,350 |
| Evergreen | $1,432 | $2,299 | $3,179 | $4,160 | $5,696 |
| Georgetown | $987 | $1,277 | $1,930 | $2,410 | $2,850 |
| Idaho Springs | $508 | $1,131 | $1,745 | $2,356 | $2,918 |
| Silver Plume | $439 | $1,077 | $1,541 | $1,777 | $2,194 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 8 |
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| Clear Creek Tax Assessor | |
| Website | assessor.co.clear-creek.co.us |