Geary County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 5,903.
The median annual property tax in Geary County is $2,537, which is 31% higher than the Kansas state average and 32% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $165,000. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,537
+31% vs State
+32% vs US
Median Home Value
$165,000
+26% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.54%
-1% vs State
+62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,817
$235/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,257
$188/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 | $2,537 -1.5% | 1.54% |
| 2022 | $2,576 +3.3% | 1.59% |
| 2021 | $2,494 +1.6% | 1.73% |
| 2020 | $2,454 -6.2% | 1.71% |
| 2019 | $2,615 | 1.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,344
per year
Monthly Tax
$211
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Washington County
Tax: $1,551/yr Rate: 1.46%
Kingman County
Tax: $1,916/yr Rate: 1.78%
Coffey County
Tax: $1,618/yr Rate: 1.16%
Trego County
Tax: $1,680/yr Rate: 1.46%
Ellsworth County
Tax: $1,766/yr Rate: 1.52%
Clay County
Tax: $2,061/yr Rate: 1.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Geary County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Geary County is $2,537 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $165,000.
How does Geary County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Geary County are 32% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Geary County? ▼
In Geary County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,817 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,257. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Geary County? ▼
Property taxes in Geary County represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $57,344. 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.