Barton County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 6,768.
The median annual property tax in Barton County is $1,948, which is 0% higher than the Kansas state average and 1% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.66% on a median home value of $117,200. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,948
+0% vs State
+1% vs US
Median Home Value
$117,200
-11% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.66%
+7% vs State
+75% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,016
$168/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,865
$155/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 | $1,948 +1.2% | 1.66% |
| 2022 | $1,925 +5.1% | 1.70% |
| 2021 | $1,831 +1.9% | 1.84% |
| 2020 | $1,796 +9.8% | 1.85% |
| 2019 | $1,636 | 1.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,733
per year
Monthly Tax
$162
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Rawlins County
Tax: $1,651/yr Rate: 1.66%
Clark County
Tax: $1,610/yr Rate: 2.05%
Pawnee County
Tax: $1,832/yr Rate: 1.79%
Doniphan County
Tax: $1,406/yr Rate: 1.16%
Dickinson County
Tax: $2,123/yr Rate: 1.43%
Miami County
Tax: $3,406/yr Rate: 1.23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Barton County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Barton County is $1,948 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.66% on a median home value of $117,200.
How does Barton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Barton County are 1% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Barton County? ▼
In Barton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,016 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,865. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Barton County? ▼
Property taxes in Barton County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $56,733. 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.