Rate Breakdown

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

How Property Tax Works in Converse County

Property taxes in Converse County are calculated based on the assessed value of your property and the current mill levy (tax rate). The County Assessor's Office determines the assessed value by evaluating the market value of your property, then applying Wyoming’s assessment ratio:

• Residential properties are assessed at 9.5% of market value.
• Commercial properties are assessed at 11.5% of market value.
• Industrial properties and mineral productions have varying assessment rates.

The mill levy is set annually by local taxing entities (e.g., school districts, county government) and applied to the assessed value. For example, if your home’s market value is $300,000, the assessed value would be $28,500 (9.5%). If the mill levy is 70 mills, your annual tax would be $28,500 × 0.070 = $1,995.

Available Exemptions

Wyoming offers several property tax exemptions to qualifying residents. These include:

• Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction in taxable value for primary residences. Applicants must occupy the home as their primary residence as of January 1 of the tax year.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: Available to homeowners aged 65+ with limited income. The exemption reduces the taxable value of the property by up to 50% or a set dollar amount, depending on eligibility.
• Veteran Exemption: Disabled veterans may qualify for a partial exemption based on their disability rating. Surviving spouses of veterans may also be eligible.
• Disability Exemption: Individuals with permanent disabilities may apply for a reduction in assessed value, similar to the senior exemption.

Applications for exemptions must be filed with the Converse County Assessor’s Office by the deadline, typically April 1.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Property taxes in Converse County are due annually and can be paid in two installments:

• First Half: Due November 10. If paid by December 31, no interest is charged.
• Second Half: Due May 10 of the following year.

Late payments incur interest at 1.5% per month (18% annually) and may result in a tax lien or foreclosure if unpaid for an extended period. Payment methods include online, by mail, or in person at the Converse County Treasurer’s Office.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe your property’s assessed value is incorrect, you can appeal the assessment through the following steps:

• Informal Review: Contact the Converse County Assessor’s Office to discuss discrepancies. Many issues can be resolved at this stage.
• Formal Appeal: If unresolved, file a written appeal with the County Board of Equalization by the deadline (typically 30 days after assessment notices are mailed).
• State Appeal: If dissatisfied with the county’s decision, you may appeal to the Wyoming State Board of Equalization within 30 days.

Support your appeal with evidence such as recent appraisals, comparable property values, or photos of structural issues affecting value.