Sumner County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 6,676.
The median annual property tax in Sumner County is $2,024, which is 4% higher than the Kansas state average and 5% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.71% on a median home value of $118,700. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,024
+4% vs State
+5% vs US
Median Home Value
$118,700
-9% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.71%
+10% vs State
+80% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,284
$190/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,783
$149/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 | $2,024 +6.5% | 1.71% |
| 2022 | $1,900 +7.1% | 1.63% |
| 2021 | $1,774 +5.9% | 1.78% |
| 2020 | $1,675 +5.5% | 1.77% |
| 2019 | $1,588 | 1.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,348
per year
Monthly Tax
$169
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Smith County
Tax: $1,503/yr Rate: 1.65%
Scott County
Tax: $2,606/yr Rate: 1.53%
Edwards County
Tax: $1,123/yr Rate: 1.59%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,304/yr Rate: 1.19%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,529/yr Rate: 1.28%
Thomas County
Tax: $2,192/yr Rate: 1.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sumner County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sumner County is $2,024 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.71% on a median home value of $118,700.
How does Sumner County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sumner County are 5% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.71% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sumner County? ▼
In Sumner County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,284 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,783. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sumner County? ▼
Property taxes in Sumner County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $60,348. 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.