Norton County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,561.
The median annual property tax in Norton County is $1,585, which is 18% lower than the Kansas state average and 18% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $106,300. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,585
-18% vs State
-18% vs US
Median Home Value
$106,300
-19% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.49%
-4% vs State
+57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,418
$118/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,704
$142/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 | $1,585 -9.9% | 1.49% |
| 2022 | $1,759 +1.4% | 1.60% |
| 2021 | $1,734 +10.0% | 2.09% |
| 2020 | $1,577 -5.3% | 1.99% |
| 2019 | $1,665 | 2.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,305
per year
Monthly Tax
$132
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Haskell County
Tax: $2,226/yr Rate: 1.44%
Dickinson County
Tax: $2,123/yr Rate: 1.43%
Graham County
Tax: $1,538/yr Rate: 1.73%
Greeley County
Tax: $2,080/yr Rate: 1.91%
Morton County
Tax: $1,952/yr Rate: 2.04%
Hodgeman County
Tax: $1,638/yr Rate: 1.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Norton County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Norton County is $1,585 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $106,300.
How does Norton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Norton County are 18% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Norton County? ▼
In Norton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,418 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,704. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Norton County? ▼
Property taxes in Norton County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $50,305. 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.