Sheridan County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 771.
The median annual property tax in Sheridan County is $2,331, which is 20% higher than the Kansas state average and 21% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $152,000. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,331
+20% vs State
+21% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,000
+16% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.53%
-1% vs State
+61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,950
$163/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,406
$201/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 | $2,331 +8.4% | 1.53% |
| 2022 | $2,150 +1.8% | 1.59% |
| 2021 | $2,112 +11.8% | 1.74% |
| 2020 | $1,889 +12.0% | 1.59% |
| 2019 | $1,686 | 1.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,000
per year
Monthly Tax
$194
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Rooks County
Tax: $1,593/yr Rate: 1.77%
Republic County
Tax: $1,290/yr Rate: 1.70%
Graham County
Tax: $1,538/yr Rate: 1.73%
Osage County
Tax: $2,282/yr Rate: 1.60%
Russell County
Tax: $1,863/yr Rate: 1.75%
Shawnee County
Tax: $2,500/yr Rate: 1.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sheridan County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sheridan County is $2,331 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $152,000.
How does Sheridan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sheridan County are 21% 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 Sheridan County? ▼
In Sheridan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,950 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,406. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sheridan County? ▼
Property taxes in Sheridan County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $70,000. 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.