Verified 2026 City Guide

Divide Property Tax

Access 2026 property tax rates, payment portals, and assessment tools for Divide. Taxes are administered by Teller County.

Local Rate

N/A

County Avg

0.38%

State Avg

0.00%

City vs. County Jurisdiction

While you live in Divide, property taxes are officially administered by Teller County. The county handles your assessment, billing, appeals, and exemptions.

Divide Tax Calculator

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How Property Taxes Work in Divide

Property taxes for Divide residents are calculated on the ad valorem principle — your bill is proportional to the fair market value determined by the Teller County Appraisal District.

Assessment Role

The county assessor determines the value of all real estate in Divide every tax year.

Collection Role

Taxes are collected by the county tax office and distributed to city, school, and special-district funds.

Divide Tax Components

Your annual bill is a combined total of levies from multiple local government entities:

County General Fund Variable Levy
City of Divide Variable Levy
Local Independent School District (ISD) Variable Levy
Emergency Services District Variable Levy

Lowering Your Divide Property Tax Bill

Claim Exemptions

Most homeowners qualify for a Homestead Exemption that significantly reduces the taxable value of your primary residence. Seniors and veterans may qualify for additional relief.

Protest Your Value

If the county assessment exceeds fair market value you can file an appeal with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). Over 50% of appeals result in a reduction.

2026 Important Deadlines

Assessment Notices

April – May

Protest Deadline

May 15th*

Payment Due

January 31st

*Protest deadlines are generally May 15th or 30 days after your notice was mailed, whichever is later.

Divide Property Tax FAQs

For 2026, property tax rates in Divide vary by parcel. Refer to the Teller County average rate of 0.37573033707865% as a baseline estimate.

Residents of Divide pay property taxes to the Teller County Tax Assessor — not a city office. Use the county's official payment portal.

Yes. File a Notice of Protest with the Teller County Appraisal District within 30 days of receiving your valuation notice. See the county appeal guide for step-by-step instructions.

Teller County Official

Property tax for Divide is handled at the county level.

💡 Tax Tip

Check for Homestead or Senior exemptions on the Teller County portal. These can reduce your taxable value by $25,000–$100,000+.