Lyon County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 7,749.
The median annual property tax in Lyon County is $2,272, which is 17% higher than the Kansas state average and 18% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.60% on a median home value of $142,200. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,272
+17% vs State
+18% vs US
Median Home Value
$142,200
+8% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.60%
+3% vs State
+68% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,363
$197/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,142
$179/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 | $2,272 +11.2% | 1.60% |
| 2022 | $2,043 +7.2% | 1.50% |
| 2021 | $1,906 +3.9% | 1.59% |
| 2020 | $1,834 +5.0% | 1.61% |
| 2019 | $1,747 | 1.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,078
per year
Monthly Tax
$189
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Saline County
Tax: $2,283/yr Rate: 1.33%
Norton County
Tax: $1,585/yr Rate: 1.49%
Kiowa County
Tax: $1,766/yr Rate: 1.16%
Morton County
Tax: $1,952/yr Rate: 2.04%
Edwards County
Tax: $1,123/yr Rate: 1.59%
Stanton County
Tax: $1,586/yr Rate: 2.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lyon County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lyon County is $2,272 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.60% on a median home value of $142,200.
How does Lyon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lyon County are 18% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lyon County? ▼
In Lyon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,363 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,142. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lyon County? ▼
Property taxes in Lyon County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $59,078. 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.