Labette County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 5,938.
The median annual property tax in Labette County is $1,499, which is 23% lower than the Kansas state average and 22% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.63% on a median home value of $92,100. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,499
-23% vs State
-22% vs US
Median Home Value
$92,100
-30% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.63%
+5% vs State
+72% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,978
$165/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,266
$106/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 | $1,499 -9.3% | 1.63% |
| 2022 | $1,653 +8.2% | 1.75% |
| 2021 | $1,528 +4.8% | 1.91% |
| 2020 | $1,458 +0.9% | 1.91% |
| 2019 | $1,445 | 1.89% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,439
per year
Monthly Tax
$125
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Pawnee County
Tax: $1,832/yr Rate: 1.79%
Neosho County
Tax: $1,501/yr Rate: 1.48%
Leavenworth County
Tax: $3,136/yr Rate: 1.20%
Atchison County
Tax: $1,941/yr Rate: 1.31%
Ottawa County
Tax: $2,651/yr Rate: 1.62%
Wilson County
Tax: $1,294/yr Rate: 1.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Labette County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Labette County is $1,499 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.63% on a median home value of $92,100.
How does Labette County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Labette County are 22% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Labette County? ▼
In Labette County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,978 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,266. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Labette County? ▼
Property taxes in Labette County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $55,439. 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.