Bourbon County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 4,205.
The median annual property tax in Bourbon County is $1,797, which is 8% lower than the Kansas state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.67% on a median home value of $107,600. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,797
-8% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$107,600
-18% vs State
-49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.67%
+8% vs State
+76% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,943
$162/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,664
$139/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 | $1,797 +6.1% | 1.67% |
| 2022 | $1,694 +6.6% | 1.77% |
| 2021 | $1,589 +3.2% | 1.82% |
| 2020 | $1,539 +8.0% | 1.83% |
| 2019 | $1,425 | 1.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,555
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Scott County
Tax: $2,606/yr Rate: 1.53%
Meade County
Tax: $1,858/yr Rate: 1.52%
Sheridan County
Tax: $2,331/yr Rate: 1.53%
Washington County
Tax: $1,551/yr Rate: 1.46%
Woodson County
Tax: $1,396/yr Rate: 1.81%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,881/yr Rate: 1.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bourbon County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bourbon County is $1,797 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.67% on a median home value of $107,600.
How does Bourbon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bourbon County are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bourbon County? ▼
In Bourbon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,943 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,664. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bourbon County? ▼
Property taxes in Bourbon County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $67,555. 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.