Ellis County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 7,608.
The median annual property tax in Ellis County is $2,582, which is 33% higher than the Kansas state average and 34% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $211,100. Property taxes represent 4.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,582
+33% vs State
+34% vs US
Median Home Value
$211,100
+61% vs State
+0% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
-21% vs State
+28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,620
$218/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,500
$208/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 | $2,582 +4.2% | 1.22% |
| 2022 | $2,478 +5.0% | 1.24% |
| 2021 | $2,361 +6.0% | 1.37% |
| 2020 | $2,227 +6.5% | 1.29% |
| 2019 | $2,091 | 1.24% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,889
per year
Monthly Tax
$215
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Chase County
Tax: $1,694/yr Rate: 1.60%
Trego County
Tax: $1,680/yr Rate: 1.46%
Clay County
Tax: $2,061/yr Rate: 1.38%
Marion County
Tax: $1,974/yr Rate: 1.73%
Atchison County
Tax: $1,941/yr Rate: 1.31%
Phillips County
Tax: $1,607/yr Rate: 1.70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ellis County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ellis County is $2,582 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $211,100.
How does Ellis County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ellis County are 34% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ellis County? ▼
In Ellis County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,620 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,500. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ellis County? ▼
Property taxes in Ellis County represent approximately 4.3% of the median household income of $59,889. 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.