Mitchell County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,797.
The median annual property tax in Mitchell County is $2,084, which is 7% higher than the Kansas state average and 8% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.90% on a median home value of $109,600. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,084
+7% vs State
+8% vs US
Median Home Value
$109,600
-16% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.90%
+23% vs State
+100% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,874
$156/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,335
$195/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 | $2,084 +9.1% | 1.90% |
| 2022 | $1,911 +6.0% | 1.90% |
| 2021 | $1,803 +1.8% | 1.93% |
| 2020 | $1,771 +6.4% | 1.92% |
| 2019 | $1,664 | 1.87% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,233
per year
Monthly Tax
$174
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Graham County
Tax: $1,538/yr Rate: 1.73%
Bourbon County
Tax: $1,797/yr Rate: 1.67%
Sedgwick County
Tax: $2,345/yr Rate: 1.23%
Labette County
Tax: $1,499/yr Rate: 1.63%
Osborne County
Tax: $1,365/yr Rate: 1.61%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,304/yr Rate: 1.19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mitchell County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mitchell County is $2,084 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.90% on a median home value of $109,600.
How does Mitchell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mitchell County are 8% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.90% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mitchell County? ▼
In Mitchell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,874 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,335. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mitchell County? ▼
Property taxes in Mitchell County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $58,233. 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.