Sherman County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,568.
The median annual property tax in Sherman County is $1,986, which is 2% higher than the Kansas state average and 3% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $126,300. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,986
+2% vs State
+3% vs US
Median Home Value
$126,300
-4% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.57%
+1% vs State
+65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,452
$204/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,412
$118/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 | $1,986 +11.3% | 1.57% |
| 2022 | $1,785 +0.1% | 1.44% |
| 2021 | $1,784 +2.8% | 1.44% |
| 2020 | $1,736 -1.3% | 1.61% |
| 2019 | $1,758 | 1.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,444
per year
Monthly Tax
$166
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Clay County
Tax: $2,061/yr Rate: 1.38%
Osborne County
Tax: $1,365/yr Rate: 1.61%
Cowley County
Tax: $1,878/yr Rate: 1.68%
Osage County
Tax: $2,282/yr Rate: 1.60%
Marion County
Tax: $1,974/yr Rate: 1.73%
Rice County
Tax: $1,636/yr Rate: 1.55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sherman County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sherman County is $1,986 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $126,300.
How does Sherman County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sherman County are 3% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sherman County? ▼
In Sherman County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,452 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,412. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sherman County? ▼
Property taxes in Sherman County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $64,444. 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.