Butler County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 19,571.
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $2,918, which is 50% higher than the Kansas state average and 52% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $199,600. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,918
+50% vs State
+52% vs US
Median Home Value
$199,600
+52% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.46%
-6% vs State
+54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,994
$250/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,748
$229/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 | $2,918 +3.6% | 1.46% |
| 2022 | $2,817 +6.1% | 1.55% |
| 2021 | $2,655 +5.9% | 1.65% |
| 2020 | $2,508 +3.0% | 1.67% |
| 2019 | $2,434 | 1.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,375
per year
Monthly Tax
$243
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Pottawatomie County
Tax: $2,475/yr Rate: 1.11%
Sherman County
Tax: $1,986/yr Rate: 1.57%
Elk County
Tax: $1,211/yr Rate: 1.99%
Scott County
Tax: $2,606/yr Rate: 1.53%
Labette County
Tax: $1,499/yr Rate: 1.63%
Osborne County
Tax: $1,365/yr Rate: 1.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Butler County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $2,918 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $199,600.
How does Butler County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County are 52% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Butler County? ▼
In Butler County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,994 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,748. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Butler County? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $80,375. 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.