Ouray County, CO Property Tax: $1,854/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Ouray County is 0.28% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $670,100, that works out to about $1,876 per year, or $156 per month. Ouray County is located in western Colorado, and is home to approximately 5,024 residents.
About Ouray County
Ouray County covers approximately 540.7 square miles in Colorado. The county is home to about 5,024 residents living in roughly 3,466 housing units, of which 56.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $84,556, and the median home was built in 1994.
Ouray County borders Gunnison County, Hinsdale County, Montrose County, San Juan County, San Miguel 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 Ouray County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Ouray County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ouray County, CO | 0.28% | $670,100 | $1,876 |
| Colorado state average | 0.39% | — | $2,613* |
| Gunnison County | 0.28% | $597,200 | $1,683 |
| Hinsdale County | 0.29% | $438,800 | $1,286 |
| Montrose County | 0.36% | $357,900 | $1,280 |
| San Juan County | 0.29% | $406,900 | $1,195 |
| San Miguel County | 0.26% | $613,100 | $1,599 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Ouray County's median home value of $670,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Ouray County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Colorado?
At 0.28%, Ouray County is lower than the Colorado state average of 0.39%. On a home at the county median of $670,100, that means about $1,876 per year — versus $2,613 at the state average rate, a difference of $737 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Ouray County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Ouray County?
For a home at the county median value of $670,100, the annual property tax in Ouray County is approximately $1,876 — or about $156 per month. For a home worth $1,005,150, expect around $2,814 per year. For a $1,340,200 home, approximately $3,753 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Ouray County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Ouray County are handled by the Ouray 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 Ouray 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 0.28% shown here. Contact the Ouray 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