Ford County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 7,588.
The median annual property tax in Ford County is $2,190, which is 13% higher than the Kansas state average and 14% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.65% on a median home value of $132,700. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,190
+13% vs State
+14% vs US
Median Home Value
$132,700
+1% vs State
-37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.65%
+6% vs State
+74% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,629
$219/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,707
$142/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 | $2,190 +7.0% | 1.65% |
| 2022 | $2,046 +6.9% | 1.68% |
| 2021 | $1,914 -0.7% | 1.76% |
| 2020 | $1,928 +2.9% | 1.76% |
| 2019 | $1,873 | 1.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,495
per year
Monthly Tax
$183
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Stanton County
Tax: $1,586/yr Rate: 2.47%
Cheyenne County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 1.40%
Labette County
Tax: $1,499/yr Rate: 1.63%
Decatur County
Tax: $1,408/yr Rate: 1.79%
Gray County
Tax: $2,461/yr Rate: 1.41%
Meade County
Tax: $1,858/yr Rate: 1.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ford County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ford County is $2,190 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.65% on a median home value of $132,700.
How does Ford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ford County are 14% above 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 Ford County? ▼
In Ford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,629 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,707. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ford County? ▼
Property taxes in Ford County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $70,495. 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.