Allen County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 3,736.
The median annual property tax in Allen County is $1,659, which is 15% lower than the Kansas state average and 14% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.65% on a median home value of $100,400. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,659
-15% vs State
-14% vs US
Median Home Value
$100,400
-23% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.65%
+6% vs State
+74% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,829
$152/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,553
$129/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,659 +2.6% | 1.65% |
| 2022 | $1,617 +14.0% | 1.69% |
| 2021 | $1,418 +3.7% | 1.70% |
| 2020 | $1,367 +2.8% | 1.70% |
| 2019 | $1,330 | 1.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,618
per year
Monthly Tax
$138
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Elk County
Tax: $1,211/yr Rate: 1.99%
Thomas County
Tax: $2,192/yr Rate: 1.32%
Ford County
Tax: $2,190/yr Rate: 1.65%
Ellis County
Tax: $2,582/yr Rate: 1.22%
Seward County
Tax: $2,257/yr Rate: 1.68%
Comanche County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 2.29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Allen County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Allen County is $1,659 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.65% on a median home value of $100,400.
How does Allen County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Allen County are 14% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.65% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Allen County? ▼
In Allen County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,829 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,553. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Allen County? ▼
Property taxes in Allen County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $57,618. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.