Franklin County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 7,558.
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $2,737, which is 41% higher than the Kansas state average and 42% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $187,400. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,737
+41% vs State
+42% vs US
Median Home Value
$187,400
+43% vs State
-11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.46%
-6% vs State
+54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,901
$242/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,450
$204/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 | $2,737 +5.8% | 1.46% |
| 2022 | $2,587 +10.0% | 1.47% |
| 2021 | $2,352 +13.8% | 1.54% |
| 2020 | $2,066 +4.1% | 1.49% |
| 2019 | $1,984 | 1.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,142
per year
Monthly Tax
$228
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,562/yr Rate: 1.70%
Nemaha County
Tax: $1,917/yr Rate: 0.98%
Decatur County
Tax: $1,408/yr Rate: 1.79%
Hodgeman County
Tax: $1,638/yr Rate: 1.77%
Mitchell County
Tax: $2,084/yr Rate: 1.90%
Graham County
Tax: $1,538/yr Rate: 1.73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Franklin County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $2,737 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $187,400.
How does Franklin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County are 42% 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 Franklin County? ▼
In Franklin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,901 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,450. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $72,142. 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.