Wallace County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 478.
The median annual property tax in Wallace County is $1,449, which is 25% lower than the Kansas state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $94,200. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,449
-25% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$94,200
-28% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.54%
-1% vs State
+62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,115
$176/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,160
$97/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 | $1,449 -16.5% | 1.54% |
| 2022 | $1,736 +5.8% | 1.80% |
| 2021 | $1,641 +7.7% | 1.90% |
| 2020 | $1,524 -3.8% | 1.80% |
| 2019 | $1,584 | 1.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,263
per year
Monthly Tax
$121
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,562/yr Rate: 1.70%
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,219/yr Rate: 1.23%
Geary County
Tax: $2,537/yr Rate: 1.54%
Wyandotte County
Tax: $2,240/yr Rate: 1.47%
Doniphan County
Tax: $1,406/yr Rate: 1.16%
Comanche County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 2.29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wallace County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wallace County is $1,449 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $94,200.
How does Wallace County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wallace County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wallace County? ▼
In Wallace County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,115 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,160. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wallace County? ▼
Property taxes in Wallace County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $60,263. 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.