Consumers pay Rio Blanco County sales tax whenever there is a transfer of tangible personal property within Rio Blanco County. Consumers also pay use tax on some items because Rio Blanco County sales tax was not collected at the time of purchase.

Consumer Sales Tax FAQs:

Yes, these items are exempt:

  • gas and electricity for residential use
  • occasional sales by charitable organizations
  • farm equipment
  • school-related sales

If the food items are purchased for home consumption, no State sales tax is collected, but 3.6% Rio Blanco County sales tax is due.

Ready made food items for immediate consumption, such as food served at restaurants, convenience store, catered events or grocery prepared deli meals, are taxable at both State and County. 

If the delivery cost is separated on the invoice and there was a choice of delivery method, delivery is non-taxable.

If the delivery is included in the overall costs, and not separated on the invoice, or there was no choice of delivery, delivery is taxable.

All Rio Blanco County sales tax request for refunds are processed through the Colorado Department of Revenue.

To request a refund, complete the DR0137B Claim for Refund.

The form and all back-up documentation should be sent to:

Department of Revenue Business Tax Accounting
1375 Sherman Street Room 208
Denver CO 80261
By State Statue, all requests for refunds have a deadline of three years. This deadline is for both sales and use tax.
If you are State exempt because you are a government or charitable organization and the items you want to purchase are for the organization's own use, present a copy of the exemption certificate at the time of purchase.
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