81252 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 81252 (Westcliffe, Colorado) pay a median of $1,276/year in property taxes on homes valued at $362,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.35%, which is 15% below the Colorado state average of 0.42%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 81252 is approximately $106, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Custer County. This is $606 less than the Colorado average of $1,882/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Colorado, 81252 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 81151 (0.35%) and 80443 (0.35%).

In Westcliffe, property taxes represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $70,825, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Custer County properties reassess to market value at sale under Colorado's current law with no annual growth caps; expect your assessed value to reflect purchase price. If you are 65 or older and have lived in your home for 10+ years, the Senior Homestead Exemption will reduce your taxable value—apply with the Custer County Assessor. File your exemption claim with the Custer County Assessor's office within 30 days of purchase completion.