Ottawa County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,855.
The median annual property tax in Ottawa County is $2,651, which is 36% higher than the Kansas state average and 38% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.62% on a median home value of $164,100. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,651
+36% vs State
+38% vs US
Median Home Value
$164,100
+25% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.62%
+5% vs State
+71% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,576
$215/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,717
$226/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 | $2,651 +3.8% | 1.62% |
| 2022 | $2,554 +7.5% | 1.62% |
| 2021 | $2,376 +7.1% | 1.70% |
| 2020 | $2,219 +11.1% | 1.89% |
| 2019 | $1,998 | 1.89% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,755
per year
Monthly Tax
$221
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Pawnee County
Tax: $1,832/yr Rate: 1.79%
Chase County
Tax: $1,694/yr Rate: 1.60%
Leavenworth County
Tax: $3,136/yr Rate: 1.20%
Brown County
Tax: $1,387/yr Rate: 1.25%
Rawlins County
Tax: $1,651/yr Rate: 1.66%
Allen County
Tax: $1,659/yr Rate: 1.65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ottawa County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ottawa County is $2,651 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.62% on a median home value of $164,100.
How does Ottawa County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ottawa County are 38% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ottawa County? ▼
In Ottawa County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,576 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,717. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ottawa County? ▼
Property taxes in Ottawa County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $76,755. 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.