Scott County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,154.
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $2,606, which is 34% higher than the Kansas state average and 36% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $170,100. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,606
+34% vs State
+36% vs US
Median Home Value
$170,100
+30% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.53%
-1% vs State
+61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,342
$279/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,344
$195/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 | $2,606 -2.6% | 1.53% |
| 2022 | $2,675 +4.0% | 1.61% |
| 2021 | $2,572 +5.7% | 1.59% |
| 2020 | $2,433 +1.8% | 1.82% |
| 2019 | $2,389 | 1.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,788
per year
Monthly Tax
$217
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Leavenworth County
Tax: $3,136/yr Rate: 1.20%
Sheridan County
Tax: $2,331/yr Rate: 1.53%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,375/yr Rate: 1.12%
Woodson County
Tax: $1,396/yr Rate: 1.81%
Morris County
Tax: $1,870/yr Rate: 1.55%
Republic County
Tax: $1,290/yr Rate: 1.70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Scott County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $2,606 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $170,100.
How does Scott County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County are 36% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Scott County? ▼
In Scott County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,342 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,344. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Scott County? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $67,788. 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.