Stafford County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,314.
The median annual property tax in Stafford County is $1,505, which is 23% lower than the Kansas state average and 22% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $96,700. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,505
-23% vs State
-22% vs US
Median Home Value
$96,700
-26% vs State
-54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.56%
+1% vs State
+64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,778
$148/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,300
$108/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 | $1,505 +2.0% | 1.56% |
| 2022 | $1,475 +10.9% | 1.53% |
| 2021 | $1,330 +5.8% | 1.62% |
| 2020 | $1,257 +11.1% | 1.70% |
| 2019 | $1,131 | 1.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,786
per year
Monthly Tax
$125
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,219/yr Rate: 1.23%
Edwards County
Tax: $1,123/yr Rate: 1.59%
Morton County
Tax: $1,952/yr Rate: 2.04%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,529/yr Rate: 1.28%
Pratt County
Tax: $2,019/yr Rate: 1.76%
Rush County
Tax: $1,504/yr Rate: 1.90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Stafford County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Stafford County is $1,505 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $96,700.
How does Stafford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Stafford County are 22% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Stafford County? ▼
In Stafford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,778 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,300. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Stafford County? ▼
Property taxes in Stafford County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $63,786. 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.