81090 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 81090 (Walsh, Colorado) pay a median of $563/year in property taxes on homes valued at $151,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.37%, which is 10% below the Colorado state average of 0.42%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 81090 is approximately $47, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Baca County. This is $1,319 less than the Colorado average of $1,882/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Colorado, 81090 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 80642 (0.37%) and 80817 (0.37%).

In Walsh, property taxes represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $35,227, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Colorado's Gallagher Amendment repeal means Baca County assesses residential property at market value with no preferential rate, so your tax liability may increase with county revaluations. Homeowners 65+ with 10+ continuous years in their Baca County residence qualify for the Senior Homestead Exemption, providing tax relief through reduced assessed value — submit your application to the Baca County Assessor. Contact the Baca County Assessor immediately after purchase to verify your assessment and understand the exemption filing requirements for your first assessment cycle.