Jefferson County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 6,282.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,562, which is 32% higher than the Kansas state average and 33% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $200,800. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,562
+32% vs State
+33% vs US
Median Home Value
$200,800
+53% vs State
-5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.28%
-17% vs State
+35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,550
$213/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,578
$215/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 | $2,562 +1.9% | 1.28% |
| 2022 | $2,515 +4.3% | 1.30% |
| 2021 | $2,412 +3.3% | 1.42% |
| 2020 | $2,334 +5.3% | 1.43% |
| 2019 | $2,217 | 1.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,393
per year
Monthly Tax
$214
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Barton County
Tax: $1,948/yr Rate: 1.66%
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,219/yr Rate: 1.23%
Lane County
Tax: $1,708/yr Rate: 1.44%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,529/yr Rate: 1.28%
Allen County
Tax: $1,659/yr Rate: 1.65%
Brown County
Tax: $1,387/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,562 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $200,800.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 33% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.28% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,550 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,578. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $77,393. 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.