Garfield County, Colorado Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Garfield County, Colorado
Median Garfield County effective property tax rate: 0.50%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Garfield County home value: $460,960
Median annual Garfield County tax bill: $2,436, $36 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Garfield County calculated?
Property taxes in Garfield 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 Garfield County or another part of Garfield County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Garfield County, Colorado Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
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Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Garfield County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Garfield County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Garfield County's median effective tax rate of 0.50% to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the assessor 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. Garfield County's median effective tax rate is lower than the state median tax rate of 0.50%, and the county's median tax bill of $2,436 is $36 lower than the state median tax bill.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Garfield County.
Property Tax Rates Across Garfield County, Colorado
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Garfield County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Garfield 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 Garfield County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Colorado or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Garfield County's median effective rate stands at 0.50%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Garfield County, the highest rate is found in Carbondale at 0.54%, while De Beque 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 Garfield County Tax Rate
0.50%
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 Garfield County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbondale | 0.48% | 0.50% | 0.54% | 0.54% | 0.54% |
| De Beque | 0.30% | 0.33% | 0.43% | 0.69% | 0.80% |
| Glenwood Springs | 0.43% | 0.50% | 0.50% | 0.51% | 0.53% |
| Gypsum | 0.30% | 0.35% | 0.35% | 0.35% | 0.39% |
| New Castle | 0.39% | 0.46% | 0.46% | 0.46% | 0.57% |
| Parachute | 0.31% | 0.37% | 0.37% | 0.37% | 0.46% |
| Rifle | 0.42% | 0.49% | 0.51% | 0.51% | 0.52% |
| Silt | 0.42% | 0.48% | 0.54% | 0.54% | 0.56% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Garfield County, Colorado
When examining property taxes in Garfield 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 Garfield 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 Garfield 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 Garfield County.
For example, the median tax bill in Garfield County is $2,436, which is slightly above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Tax bills vary widely across the county, with Carbondale reaching a median tax bill of $4,899 and De Beque at $936.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Garfield County, Colorado
Source: Ownwell
$221,025
$609,855
$998,685
Median Garfield County Market Value
$460,960
Median Colorado Market Value
$519,879
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Garfield County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbondale | $405,870 | $627,588 | $998,685 | $1,653,995 | $2,427,870 |
| De Beque | $33,319 | $78,905 | $254,935 | $359,040 | $475,040 |
| Glenwood Springs | $100,120 | $423,935 | $645,500 | $874,310 | $1,144,820 |
| Gypsum | $211,659 | $316,990 | $631,945 | $1,131,798 | $1,443,716 |
| New Castle | $42,523 | $285,135 | $430,070 | $575,332 | $728,626 |
| Parachute | $14,930 | $27,110 | $219,520 | $329,875 | $467,290 |
| Rifle | $48,755 | $213,175 | $334,995 | $438,618 | $568,842 |
| Silt | $106,256 | $267,028 | $388,380 | $520,538 | $692,166 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Garfield County, Colorado
Property tax bills in Garfield County 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, which is determined from the property’s characteristics and the value of comparable homes. For a county with a median home price of $460,960, that calculation can lead to very different bills depending on location, home features, and the taxing districts that apply.
What homeowners pay can vary widely across the county. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,499, while the 75th percentile is $3,879 and the 90th percentile reaches $6,032. The highest median tax bill is $4,899 in Carbondale, compared with the lowest median tax bill of $936 in De Beque.
Because property taxes are tied to assessed value and local rates, a change in either can raise or lower a bill. For homeowners, that means the same house can be taxed very differently depending on where it is located in Garfield County.
Median Garfield County Tax Bill
$2,436
Median Colorado Tax Bill
$2,732
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Garfield County, Colorado
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbondale | $2,501 | $3,305 | $4,899 | $7,730 | $12,025 |
| De Beque | $225 | $532 | $936 | $1,631 | $2,567 |
| Glenwood Springs | $1,800 | $2,476 | $3,375 | $4,490 | $5,870 |
| Gypsum | $662 | $1,061 | $1,875 | $3,995 | $5,080 |
| New Castle | $1,079 | $1,570 | $2,187 | $2,662 | $3,274 |
| Parachute | $56 | $665 | $968 | $1,383 | $1,842 |
| Rifle | $882 | $1,341 | $1,770 | $2,334 | $3,152 |
| Silt | $682 | $1,372 | $2,092 | $2,774 | $3,499 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
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| Garfield Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |