What is the sales tax rate in El Paso County, CO?

The average sales tax rate in El Paso County (CO) is 6.29%, with jurisdictions ranging between 4.13% and 8.03%.

El Paso County • Colorado (CO)

62 ZIP Code

El Paso County, CO Sales Tax Rates 2026

2026 sales tax rate guide for El Paso County, CO. Average combined tax rate is 6.29% with local jurisdictions ranging up to 8.03%.

Average Combined Rate

6.29%

Estimated Tax Range: 4.13% - 8.03%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the local county sales tax rate in El Paso County (Colorado) is 1.23%. Combined sales tax rates across cities in this county range from 4.13% to 8.03% (averaging 6.29%).

County Tax

1.23%

Average Combined Rate

6.29%

Max Local Rate

8.03%

Indexed Cities

Cities & Towns in El Paso County

City	Combined Sales Tax Rate	Action
Colorado Springs	7.25%	View Tax Rates →
Security-Widefield	4.13%	View Tax Rates →
Fountain	7.53%	View Tax Rates →
Cimarron Hills	4.13%	View Tax Rates →
Fort Carson	4.13%	View Tax Rates →
Black Forest	4.13%	View Tax Rates →
Air Force Academy	4.13%	View Tax Rates →
Gleneagle	4.13%	View Tax Rates →
Stratmoor	4.13%	View Tax Rates →
Manitou Springs	8.03%	View Tax Rates →
Palmer Lake	7.13%	View Tax Rates →
Cascade-Chipita Park	4.13%	View Tax Rates →
Calhan	7.13%	View Tax Rates →
Green Mountain Falls	7.13%	View Tax Rates →
Peyton	4.13%	View Tax Rates →
Ramah	6.13%	View Tax Rates →
Rock Creek Park	4.13%	View Tax Rates →

📋 State Tax Rules & Compliance Guide

Sourcing Rule: Destination-based

Groceries & Food: Exempt (0% Tax)

Clothing & Apparel: Taxable at standard rate

SaaS & Digital Goods: Non-Taxable

Economic Nexus Threshold: $100,000 in sales or 200 separate transactions

Official Tax Authority: Colorado Department of Revenue ↗

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ZIP Codes in El Paso County

80132 7.13% 80133 7.13% 80808 7.13% 80809 4.13% 80817 7.53% 80819 7.13% 80829 8.03% 80831 4.13% 80832 6.13% 80840 4.13% 80841 4.13% 80863 4.13% 80901 7.25% 80902 4.13% 80903 7.25% 80904 7.25% 80905 7.25% 80906 4.13% 80907 7.25% 80908 4.13% 80909 7.25% 80910 7.25% 80911 4.13% 80912 4.13% 80913 4.13% 80914 7.25% 80915 4.13% 80916 7.25% 80917 7.25% 80918 7.25% 80919 7.25% 80920 7.25% 80921 4.13% 80922 4.13% 80923 7.25% 80924 7.25% 80925 4.13% 80926 4.13% 80927 7.25% 80929 7.25% 80931 4.13% 80932 7.25% 80933 4.13% 80934 7.25% 80935 7.25% 80936 7.25% 80937 7.25% 80938 7.25% 80939 7.25% 80941 7.25% 80942 7.25% 80946 7.25% 80947 7.25% 80949 7.25% 80950 7.25% 80951 7.25% 80960 7.25% 80962 7.25% 80970 4.13% 80977 7.25% 80995 7.25% 80997 7.25%

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Key questions and answers regarding sales tax rates, exemptions, and compliance.

The county tax rate for El Paso County is 1.23%. When combined with Colorado state taxes and local municipal/district taxes, the overall sales tax rate varies between 4.13% and 8.03%.

In Colorado, grocery items are currently Exempt (0% Tax). SaaS and digital automated goods are Non-Taxable.