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Property Tax Guide

Everything you need to know about property taxes in Bent County, CO. Rates, due dates, exemptions, and how it affects your monthly payment.

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Approximately 1% of market value, varies significantly by taxing district combination
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Section 1

How Property Tax Works

Bent County, Colorado operates under the state's property tax system where property taxes fund essential local services including schools, fire protection, libraries, and county government operations. Property owners in Bent County pay taxes based on their property's assessed value multiplied by the local mill levy rate. The effective tax rate in Colorado averages around 1% of market value, but actual rates in Bent County vary significantly depending on your property's location within specific taxing districts such as school districts, fire districts, and other special service areas.

Property tax bills in Bent County reflect contributions to multiple local government entities, each with their own mill levy. Your total tax rate depends on which combination of taxing districts serve your property location. Due to recent legislative changes (SB 24-233), Bent County expects to see approximately $7,500 less in General Fund property tax revenue in 2025, reflecting statewide assessment reforms that lower residential assessment rates for non-school district levies to 6.4% beginning in the 2025 tax year.

Section 2

What Makes Up Your Tax Bill

ComponentRate (Mills)Description
County General FundVariesBasic county services and operations
School DistrictsVariesLocal school district funding
Fire DistrictsVariesFire protection services
Library DistrictsVariesPublic library services
Special DistrictsVariesWater, sewer, parks, and other services

Note: Mill levy rates vary by specific taxing districts within Bent County. Contact the Bent County Assessor at (719) 456-2010 for exact rates applicable to your property location. Beginning in 2025, residential properties will have two assessed values - one for school district levies and another (at 6.4% assessment rate) for all other local government entities per SB 24-233.

Section 3

When Are Property Taxes Due?

For the 2025/2026 tax year in Bent County, property taxes are due in two installments:

Pro tip: If you pay through mortgage escrow, your lender splits these payments across your monthly mortgage. If you pay directly, set calendar reminders to avoid late penalties.
Section 4

Supplemental Tax Bills

Supplemental taxes in Bent County are additional property tax assessments issued when property ownership changes or new construction is completed during the tax year. These occur when the assessed value of a property increases due to ownership transfers, new construction, or improvements that weren't included in the original assessment. The supplemental tax covers the difference between the original tax amount and what the tax should be based on the new assessed value, prorated for the remaining months in the tax year.

For example, if you purchase a home in Bent County in July that was previously assessed at $200,000 but now has a market value of $300,000, you would receive a supplemental tax bill covering the additional tax liability from July through December based on the increased assessed value.

Example Calculation

Example 1: $300,000 Home

  • Market Value: $300,000
  • Assessed Value (2025): $19,200 (6.4% for non-school levies)
  • Estimated Annual Tax: $1,400-$2,100*
  • Monthly Payment: $117-$175

Example 2: $600,000 Home

  • Market Value: $600,000
  • Assessed Value (2025): $38,400 (6.4% for non-school levies)
  • Estimated Annual Tax: $2,800-$4,200*
  • Monthly Payment: $233-$350

Example 3: $1,000,000 Home

  • Market Value: $1,000,000
  • Assessed Value (2025): $64,000 (6.4% for non-school levies)
  • Estimated Annual Tax: $4,600-$7,000*
  • Monthly Payment: $383-$583

*Tax amounts vary based on specific taxing district mill levies. Veterans and senior citizens may qualify for tax credits that reduce these amounts, but applications are required and not automatic.

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Section 5

Escrow & Property Taxes

Most mortgage lenders in Bent County require property tax escrow accounts, where you pay 1/12 of your annual property tax bill with each monthly mortgage payment. Your lender collects these funds and pays your property taxes directly to the county when due on October 15th each year. Lenders typically analyze your escrow account annually and may adjust your monthly payment if property taxes increase or decrease.

You can verify your property tax information and ensure your lender has accurate tax data by contacting the Bent County Treasurer's office. If you pay your own property taxes (no escrow), remember that late payments after October 15th incur penalties and interest charges. Property owners should budget for potential tax increases due to assessment changes or new district levies.

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Section 6

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When are property taxes due in Bent County? A: Property taxes are due by October 15th annually. Late payments incur penalties and interest after this date.

Q: What tax credits are available and how do I apply? A: Senior citizens and qualified disabled veterans may receive property tax credits, but applications are required and must be submitted to the Bent County Assessor at (719) 456-2010. Disabled veterans and Gold Star spouses may qualify for a 50% tax credit on the first $200,000 of home value, requiring ownership and occupancy since January 1st of the application year.

Q: How does the homestead exemption work? A: Colorado doesn't have a traditional homestead exemption, but the state does provide assessment limitations that cap annual assessment increases. These protections require proper filings and are not automatic - contact the assessor's office for details.

Q: When are properties reassessed? A: Colorado conducts property assessments every two years. The assessment schedule and methods are determined by the county assessor's office.

Q: How do I appeal my property assessment? A: Assessment appeals must be filed with the Bent County Board of Equalization during the designated appeal period, typically in May and June following assessment notices.

Q: What are the penalties for late payment? A: Late payments after October 15th incur interest charges and penalties. Contact the Bent County Treasurer for current penalty rates and payment arrangements.

Q: Can I pay property taxes online? A: Contact the Bent County Treasurer's office to inquire about available online payment options and accepted payment methods.

Q: How do special district taxes work? A: Special districts provide services like fire protection, libraries, or water/sewer service. Each district sets its own mill levy, and your total tax bill includes all districts serving your property location. District boundaries and rates vary throughout Bent County.

Verified Sources

Backed by 10 Official Government Sources

Every fact in this guide is sourced from official county, state, and federal documents.

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Tax Doc
SB 24-233 - Property Tax - Demographic Note - Agenciescontent.leg.colorado.gov
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HB 24B-1001 - Final Fiscal Notecontent.leg.colorado.gov
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Final Fiscal Noteleg.colorado.gov
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LETTER OF BUDGET TRANSMITTAL THIS FORM IS TO ...bentcounty.colorado.gov
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Tax Doc
Collector's Office Pay Taxesbentoncountyar.gov
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To deliver, fund, and advocate for services that ...bouldercounty.gov
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County
https://dpt.colorado.gov/ or from your countyspl.cde.state.co.us
08
Tax Doc
Property Tax Exemptionvets.colorado.gov
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Tax Doc
Property Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans ...arapahoeco.gov
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H:\1_Assignments\LOC\10-11 BGallagher\03 Supplementals\FY ...leg.colorado.gov
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