Morton County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 745.
The median annual property tax in Morton County is $1,952, which is 0% higher than the Kansas state average and 2% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.04% on a median home value of $95,600. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,952
+0% vs State
+2% vs US
Median Home Value
$95,600
-27% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.04%
+32% vs State
+115% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,108
$176/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,828
$152/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 | $1,952 +8.3% | 2.04% |
| 2022 | $1,802 +22.3% | 1.88% |
| 2021 | $1,473 -5.9% | 1.86% |
| 2020 | $1,565 -4.7% | 1.73% |
| 2019 | $1,643 | 1.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,625
per year
Monthly Tax
$163
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Scott County
Tax: $2,606/yr Rate: 1.53%
Comanche County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 2.29%
Rawlins County
Tax: $1,651/yr Rate: 1.66%
Greenwood County
Tax: $1,360/yr Rate: 1.65%
Trego County
Tax: $1,680/yr Rate: 1.46%
Grant County
Tax: $1,911/yr Rate: 1.31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Morton County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Morton County is $1,952 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.04% on a median home value of $95,600.
How does Morton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Morton County are 2% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.04% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Morton County? ▼
In Morton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,108 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,828. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Morton County? ▼
Property taxes in Morton County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $65,625. 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.