Leavenworth County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 20,475.
The median annual property tax in Leavenworth County is $3,136, which is 61% higher than the Kansas state average and 63% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.20% on a median home value of $260,600. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,136
+61% vs State
+63% vs US
Median Home Value
$260,600
+99% vs State
+23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.20%
-23% vs State
+26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,256
$271/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,914
$243/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 | $3,136 +7.2% | 1.20% |
| 2022 | $2,925 +9.1% | 1.21% |
| 2021 | $2,680 +3.3% | 1.29% |
| 2020 | $2,594 +4.4% | 1.33% |
| 2019 | $2,485 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,906
per year
Monthly Tax
$261
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Ottawa County
Tax: $2,651/yr Rate: 1.62%
Barber County
Tax: $1,542/yr Rate: 1.66%
Edwards County
Tax: $1,123/yr Rate: 1.59%
Ellsworth County
Tax: $1,766/yr Rate: 1.52%
Comanche County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 2.29%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,529/yr Rate: 1.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Leavenworth County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Leavenworth County is $3,136 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.20% on a median home value of $260,600.
How does Leavenworth County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Leavenworth County are 63% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.20% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Leavenworth County? ▼
In Leavenworth County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,256 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,914. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Leavenworth County? ▼
Property taxes in Leavenworth County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $86,906. 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.