Clear Creek County, CO Property Tax: $2,160/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Clear Creek County is 0.38% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $572,800, that works out to about $2,177 per year, or $181 per month. Clear Creek County is located in central Colorado, and is home to approximately 9,358 residents.
About Clear Creek County
Clear Creek County covers approximately 395.1 square miles in Colorado. The county is home to about 9,358 residents living in roughly 5,768 housing units, of which 64.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $96,667, and the median home was built in 1976.
Clear Creek County borders Gilpin County, Grand County, Jefferson County, Park County, Summit County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Colorado
Property taxes in Colorado are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Colorado offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Clear Creek County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Clear Creek County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Creek County, CO | 0.38% | $572,800 | $2,177 |
| Colorado state average | 0.39% | — | $2,234* |
| Gilpin County | 0.23% | $512,600 | $1,177 |
| Grand County | 0.35% | $507,200 | $1,763 |
| Jefferson County | 0.47% | $604,400 | $2,867 |
| Park County | 0.34% | $489,300 | $1,679 |
| Summit County | 0.31% | $850,700 | $2,641 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Clear Creek County's median home value of $572,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Clear Creek County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Colorado?
At 0.38%, Clear Creek County is lower than the Colorado state average of 0.39%. On a home at the county median of $572,800, that means about $2,177 per year — versus $2,234 at the state average rate, a difference of $57 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Clear Creek County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Clear Creek County?
For a home at the county median value of $572,800, the annual property tax in Clear Creek County is approximately $2,177 — or about $181 per month. For a home worth $859,200, expect around $3,265 per year. For a $1,145,600 home, approximately $4,353 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Clear Creek County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Clear Creek County are handled by the Clear Creek County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Clear Creek County?
Colorado counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.38% shown here. Contact the Clear Creek County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File