Rate Breakdown

Property taxes in Crowley County are calculated by multiplying the assessed value (minus exemptions) by the total local millage rate.

How Property Tax Works in Crowley County

Property taxes in Crowley County are based on the taxable value of real and personal property as determined by the County Assessor. Each year, the Assessor appraises every parcel using market value, recent sales, and improvement data. The assessed value is then multiplied by the applicable millage rate (tax rate) to calculate the annual tax bill.

Millage rates are expressed in dollars per $1,000 of assessed value, and they reflect the combined levies of the county, local school districts, fire protection, and any special districts (e.g., water or sanitation). For the 2024‑2025 fiscal year, Crowley County’s base millage rate was approximately 30.75 mills, while the school district added around 55.10 mills. These rates can change each year depending on budgetary needs and voter-approved measures.

Because Colorado limits the increase of assessed value for residential properties to the lesser of 5 % or the rate of inflation, many homeowners see modest growth in their tax bill even if market values rise sharply.

Available Exemptions

Colorado offers several exemptions that reduce the taxable portion of your property. In Crowley County you may qualify for one or more of the following:

• Homestead Exemption: Every owner-occupied residence receives a $250 exemption from the assessed value.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: Residents who are 65 years or older and meet income limits (generally $56,392 for a household of two in 2024) receive a $250 exemption per qualifying adult.
• Disability Exemption: Qualified individuals with a permanent physical or mental disability receive a $250 exemption per qualifying adult.
• Veteran Exemption: Veterans who served at least 90 days of active duty and meet income guidelines (or are totally disabled) receive a $250 exemption per qualified veteran.

Exemptions are applied automatically for the homestead exemption, but seniors, disabled persons, and veterans must submit a written application to the Crowley County Assessor’s Office each year by the filing deadline.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Property taxes in Crowley County are due in two installments. The first installment is payable on or before April 30, and the second installment on or before October 31. Both payments are based on the total annual tax bill.

• Installment options: Property owners may pay the full amount at once, or split the bill into the two statutory installments.
• Electronic payments: The County Treasurer’s Office accepts payments online via the Colorado Department of Revenue’s My Tax Account portal, by credit card, or through automatic ACH debit.
• Late payment penalties: A 10 % penalty is added to any installment not received by the deadline, plus interest accruing at the Colorado statutory rate (currently 9 % annual). Persistent delinquency can result in tax lien filing and potential foreclosure.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe your property’s assessed value is incorrect, you have the right to appeal. The process in Crowley County follows the Colorado State Board of Assessment Appeals guidelines:

• Step 1 – Informal Review: Contact the Crowley County Assessor’s Office within 45 days of receiving your Assessment Notice. You can request a review or provide evidence (e.g., recent comparable sales) that supports a lower value.
• Step 2 – Formal Appeal: If the informal review does not resolve the issue, file a written appeal with the Colorado State Board of Assessment Appeals within 45 days of the Assessor’s final decision. Include the property’s legal description, your reason for appeal, and supporting documentation.
• Step 3 – Hearing: The Board will schedule a hearing, usually within 30 days of the filing. You may represent yourself or retain a qualified attorney or tax professional.
• Step 4 – Decision: After the hearing, the Board issues a written decision. If the decision is unfavorable, you may further appeal to the district court within 30 days.

Timeliness is crucial; missing any deadline can forfeit your right to contest the assessment for that tax year. For assistance, consider contacting the Crowley County Assessor’s Office or a local property tax consultant.