Graham County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 953.
The median annual property tax in Graham County is $1,538, which is 21% lower than the Kansas state average and 20% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.73% on a median home value of $88,800. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,538
-21% vs State
-20% vs US
Median Home Value
$88,800
-32% vs State
-58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.73%
+12% vs State
+82% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,833
$153/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,332
$111/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 | $1,538 +5.4% | 1.73% |
| 2022 | $1,459 +4.4% | 1.67% |
| 2021 | $1,397 +1.7% | 1.73% |
| 2020 | $1,374 +5.0% | 1.77% |
| 2019 | $1,309 | 1.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,909
per year
Monthly Tax
$128
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Nemaha County
Tax: $1,917/yr Rate: 0.98%
Rush County
Tax: $1,504/yr Rate: 1.90%
Cheyenne County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 1.40%
Hodgeman County
Tax: $1,638/yr Rate: 1.77%
Geary County
Tax: $2,537/yr Rate: 1.54%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,529/yr Rate: 1.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Graham County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Graham County is $1,538 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.73% on a median home value of $88,800.
How does Graham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Graham County are 20% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.73% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Graham County? ▼
In Graham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,833 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,332. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Graham County? ▼
Property taxes in Graham County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $52,909. 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.