Moffat County, CO Property Tax: $1,129/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Moffat County is 0.43% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $262,500, that works out to about $1,129 per year, or $94 per month. Moffat County is located in northwestern Colorado, and is home to approximately 13,258 residents.
About Moffat County
Moffat County covers approximately 4,743.2 square miles in Colorado. The county is home to about 13,258 residents living in roughly 6,114 housing units, of which 62.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $70,975, and the median home was built in 1977.
Moffat County borders Rio Blanco County, Routt County, Daggett County, Uintah County, Carbon 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 Moffat County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Moffat County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moffat County, CO | 0.43% | $262,500 | $1,129 |
| Colorado state average | 0.39% | — | $1,024* |
| Rio Blanco County | 0.34% | $243,400 | $837 |
| Routt County | 0.33% | $756,200 | $2,490 |
| Daggett County | 0.48% | $242,100 | $1,164 |
| Uintah County | 0.54% | $270,200 | $1,447 |
| Carbon County | 0.56% | $214,500 | $1,202 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Moffat County's median home value of $262,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Moffat County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Colorado?
At 0.43%, Moffat County is higher than the Colorado state average of 0.39%. On a home at the county median of $262,500, that means about $1,129 per year — versus $1,024 at the state average rate, a difference of $105 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Moffat County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Moffat County?
For a home at the county median value of $262,500, the annual property tax in Moffat County is approximately $1,129 — or about $94 per month. For a home worth $393,750, expect around $1,693 per year. For a $525,000 home, approximately $2,258 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Moffat County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Moffat County are handled by the Moffat 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 Moffat 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 0.43% shown here. Contact the Moffat 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