Property Tax in El Paso County
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El Paso taxes slightly above national median
El Paso County's effective rate of 0.411% exceeds the national median of 0.381%, placing it in approximately the 55th percentile nationally. Homeowners pay a median of $1,773 annually, well below the national median of $2,690, because El Paso's median home value of $431,000 is below the U.S. average.
El Paso ranks middle of Colorado counties
With an effective rate of 0.411%, El Paso sits modestly above Colorado's state average of 0.393%, placing it squarely in the middle tier. The median tax of $1,773 exceeds Colorado's median of $1,560, but El Paso remains more affordable than Denver or the mountain counties.
El Paso undercuts Douglas, competes with Denver
El Paso's 0.411% rate is significantly lower than Douglas County's 0.550% and slightly below Denver's 0.443%, but higher than Fremont's 0.383%. As Colorado Springs' home county, El Paso offers a middle-ground tax position among the state's major population centers.
El Paso homeowners pay $1,773 yearly
On El Paso County's median home value of $431,000, the typical property owner pays approximately $1,773 in annual property taxes. This relatively moderate burden makes El Paso competitive for families and retirees seeking affordable mountain-adjacent living.
El Paso homeowners should verify assessments
Like all Colorado counties, El Paso sees regular overassessments, particularly in rapidly growing areas around Colorado Springs. A free assessment appeal can help homeowners confirm their tax is based on accurate comparable sales data.