Rush County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,100.
The median annual property tax in Rush County is $1,504, which is 23% lower than the Kansas state average and 22% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.90% on a median home value of $79,300. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,504
-23% vs State
-22% vs US
Median Home Value
$79,300
-40% vs State
-63% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.90%
+23% vs State
+100% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,919
$160/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,240
$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 | $1,504 -0.2% | 1.90% |
| 2022 | $1,507 +5.8% | 2.01% |
| 2021 | $1,424 +8.0% | 1.99% |
| 2020 | $1,319 -2.2% | 1.88% |
| 2019 | $1,348 | 1.90% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,288
per year
Monthly Tax
$125
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Harvey County
Tax: $2,517/yr Rate: 1.45%
Scott County
Tax: $2,606/yr Rate: 1.53%
Anderson County
Tax: $2,260/yr Rate: 1.53%
Cheyenne County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 1.40%
Wallace County
Tax: $1,449/yr Rate: 1.54%
McPherson County
Tax: $2,780/yr Rate: 1.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rush County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rush County is $1,504 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.90% on a median home value of $79,300.
How does Rush County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rush County are 22% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.90% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rush County? ▼
In Rush County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,919 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,240. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rush County? ▼
Property taxes in Rush County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $60,288. 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.