Wichita County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 714.
The median annual property tax in Wichita County is $1,449, which is 25% lower than the Kansas state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $98,700. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,449
-25% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$98,700
-25% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
-5% vs State
+55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,050
$171/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,179
$98/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 -22.6% | 1.47% |
| 2022 | $1,872 +9.0% | 1.94% |
| 2021 | $1,717 -21.1% | 1.99% |
| 2020 | $2,175 +30.6% | 2.14% |
| 2019 | $1,665 | 1.87% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,282
per year
Monthly Tax
$121
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Pratt County
Tax: $2,019/yr Rate: 1.76%
Clay County
Tax: $2,061/yr Rate: 1.38%
Rush County
Tax: $1,504/yr Rate: 1.90%
Clark County
Tax: $1,610/yr Rate: 2.05%
Comanche County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 2.29%
Grant County
Tax: $1,911/yr Rate: 1.31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wichita County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wichita County is $1,449 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $98,700.
How does Wichita County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wichita County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wichita County? ▼
In Wichita County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,050 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,179. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wichita County? ▼
Property taxes in Wichita County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $71,282. 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.