Ness County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 922.
The median annual property tax in Ness County is $1,678, which is 14% lower than the Kansas state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.96% on a median home value of $85,400. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,678
-14% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$85,400
-35% vs State
-60% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.96%
+26% vs State
+106% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,813
$151/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,640
$137/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 | $1,678 +11.9% | 1.96% |
| 2022 | $1,500 +3.0% | 1.87% |
| 2021 | $1,456 +4.6% | 2.08% |
| 2020 | $1,392 +3.4% | 1.88% |
| 2019 | $1,346 | 1.84% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,107
per year
Monthly Tax
$140
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Cloud County
Tax: $1,722/yr Rate: 1.79%
Dickinson County
Tax: $2,123/yr Rate: 1.43%
Linn County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.09%
Haskell County
Tax: $2,226/yr Rate: 1.44%
Osborne County
Tax: $1,365/yr Rate: 1.61%
Shawnee County
Tax: $2,500/yr Rate: 1.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ness County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ness County is $1,678 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.96% on a median home value of $85,400.
How does Ness County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ness County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.96% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ness County? ▼
In Ness County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,813 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,640. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ness County? ▼
Property taxes in Ness County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $66,107. 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.