Thomas County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 2,373.
The median annual property tax in Thomas County is $2,192, which is 13% higher than the Kansas state average and 14% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $165,900. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,192
+13% vs State
+14% vs US
Median Home Value
$165,900
+27% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.32%
-15% vs State
+39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,038
$170/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,343
$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 | $2,192 -6.0% | 1.32% |
| 2022 | $2,331 +9.5% | 1.41% |
| 2021 | $2,129 +5.7% | 1.50% |
| 2020 | $2,014 +2.7% | 1.55% |
| 2019 | $1,962 | 1.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,575
per year
Monthly Tax
$183
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Rice County
Tax: $1,636/yr Rate: 1.55%
Sheridan County
Tax: $2,331/yr Rate: 1.53%
Greenwood County
Tax: $1,360/yr Rate: 1.65%
Grant County
Tax: $1,911/yr Rate: 1.31%
Kearny County
Tax: $1,867/yr Rate: 1.22%
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,219/yr Rate: 1.23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Thomas County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Thomas County is $2,192 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $165,900.
How does Thomas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Thomas County are 14% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Thomas County? ▼
In Thomas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,038 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,343. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Thomas County? ▼
Property taxes in Thomas County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $73,575. 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.