Colorado Income Tax Rates 2025
Colorado has a flat income tax rate of 4.4% on all taxable income. The Colorado Constitution requires a single flat rate, and recent voter-approved measures have gradually reduced the rate from 4.63%.
Tax Type
Flat
Rate Range
4.4% flat
Brackets
1
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State Tax Ranking
At $75,000 income (single filer), Colorado ranks #25 out of 51 states — where #1 is the lowest tax burden.
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| Income | State Tax | Effective Rate | Take-Home |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $1,507 | 3.01% | $44,622 |
| $75,000 | $2,607 | 3.48% | $64,444 |
| $100,000 | $3,707 | 3.71% | $82,844 |
| $150,000 | $5,907 | 3.94% | $119,026 |
| $200,000 | $8,107 | 4.05% | $154,826 |
Single filer, standard deduction, 2025 tax year. Take-home is after federal + state income tax (excludes FICA).
Tax Overview
Colorado has a flat income tax rate of 4.4% for both 2025 and 2026. The rate was 4.55% in 2020, 4.5% in 2021, 4.4% in 2022-2023, and dipped to 4.25% for 2024 alone on a TABOR surplus refund before returning to 4.4%. Colorado's TABOR amendment limits government revenue growth, resulting in periodic taxpayer refunds when revenue exceeds limits. The state offers a generous standard deduction matching the federal amount.
Tax Planning Tip
Colorado's flat rate has been gradually declining through TABOR-related adjustments. The state standard deduction matches the federal ($15,750 single), keeping effective rates low. TABOR refunds provide an additional tax benefit in years when state revenue exceeds limits.
With a flat tax, your Colorado state income tax is simply 4.4% of your Colorado taxable income. Colorado uses federal taxable income as its starting point, then applies state-specific additions and subtractions. This makes filing relatively straightforward for most taxpayers. Colorado fully exempts Social Security benefits from state income tax for taxpayers aged 65 and older, and provides a partial exemption for those aged 55–64. The state sales tax rate is 2.9%, though combined local rates often bring the total above 8%.
Property Tax & Cost of Living
Property tax rate is the state average effective rate. Actual rates vary by county. COL index from BEA Regional Price Parities by state (2024, all items; national average = 100).
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Frequently asked questions
What is Colorado's income tax rate in 2026?
Colorado has a flat income tax rate of 4.4% on all taxable income, regardless of how much you earn.
Does Colorado tax Social Security benefits?
Colorado fully exempts Social Security benefits from state income tax for taxpayers aged 65 and older, and provides a partial exemption for those aged 55 to 64.
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