Phillips County, CO Property Tax: $1,263/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Phillips County is 0.49% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $255,300, that works out to about $1,251 per year, or $104 per month. Phillips County is located in northeastern Colorado, and is home to approximately 4,491 residents.
About Phillips County
Phillips County covers approximately 687.9 square miles in Colorado. The county is home to about 4,491 residents living in roughly 2,085 housing units, of which 66.8% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $60,372, and the median home was built in 1968.
Phillips County borders Logan County, Sedgwick County, Yuma County, Chase County, Perkins 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 Phillips County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Phillips County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips County, CO | 0.49% | $255,300 | $1,251 |
| Colorado state average | 0.39% | — | $996* |
| Logan County | 0.47% | $228,100 | $1,072 |
| Sedgwick County | 0.47% | $142,700 | $671 |
| Yuma County | 0.48% | $215,600 | $1,025 |
| Chase County | 1.21% | $178,700 | $2,156 |
| Perkins County | 1.01% | $149,200 | $1,513 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Phillips County's median home value of $255,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Phillips County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Colorado?
At 0.49%, Phillips County is higher than the Colorado state average of 0.39%. On a home at the county median of $255,300, that means about $1,251 per year — versus $996 at the state average rate, a difference of $255 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Phillips County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Phillips County?
For a home at the county median value of $255,300, the annual property tax in Phillips County is approximately $1,251 — or about $104 per month. For a home worth $382,950, expect around $1,876 per year. For a $510,600 home, approximately $2,502 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Phillips County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Phillips County are handled by the Phillips 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 Phillips 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 0.49% shown here. Contact the Phillips 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