Rice County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 2,849.
The median annual property tax in Rice County is $1,636, which is 16% lower than the Kansas state average and 15% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.55% on a median home value of $105,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,636
-16% vs State
-15% vs US
Median Home Value
$105,500
-20% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.55%
+0% vs State
+63% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,935
$161/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,236
$103/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 | $1,636 +5.8% | 1.55% |
| 2022 | $1,546 +8.4% | 1.76% |
| 2021 | $1,426 +1.4% | 1.78% |
| 2020 | $1,406 +8.1% | 1.77% |
| 2019 | $1,301 | 1.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,947
per year
Monthly Tax
$136
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Reno County
Tax: $2,180/yr Rate: 1.74%
Grant County
Tax: $1,911/yr Rate: 1.31%
Stafford County
Tax: $1,505/yr Rate: 1.56%
Shawnee County
Tax: $2,500/yr Rate: 1.47%
Sumner County
Tax: $2,024/yr Rate: 1.71%
Logan County
Tax: $2,117/yr Rate: 1.82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rice County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rice County is $1,636 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.55% on a median home value of $105,500.
How does Rice County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rice County are 15% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rice County? ▼
In Rice County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,935 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,236. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rice County? ▼
Property taxes in Rice County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $63,947. 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.