Brown County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 2,805.
The median annual property tax in Brown County is $1,387, which is 29% lower than the Kansas state average and 28% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $111,100. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,387
-29% vs State
-28% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,100
-15% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
-19% vs State
+32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,546
$129/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,292
$108/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 | $1,387 +4.8% | 1.25% |
| 2022 | $1,324 +11.3% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,190 +5.0% | 1.29% |
| 2020 | $1,133 -0.4% | 1.30% |
| 2019 | $1,137 | 1.28% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,886
per year
Monthly Tax
$116
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Chautauqua County
Tax: $1,012/yr Rate: 1.60%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,562/yr Rate: 1.28%
McPherson County
Tax: $2,780/yr Rate: 1.40%
Pawnee County
Tax: $1,832/yr Rate: 1.79%
Republic County
Tax: $1,290/yr Rate: 1.70%
Johnson County
Tax: $4,221/yr Rate: 1.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Brown County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Brown County is $1,387 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $111,100.
How does Brown County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Brown County are 28% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Brown County? ▼
In Brown County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,546 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,292. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Brown County? ▼
Property taxes in Brown County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $58,886. 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.