Chautauqua County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,095.
The median annual property tax in Chautauqua County is $1,012, which is 48% lower than the Kansas state average and 47% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.60% on a median home value of $63,300. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,012
-48% vs State
-47% vs US
Median Home Value
$63,300
-52% vs State
-70% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.60%
+3% vs State
+68% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,443
$120/mo
Without Mortgage
$843
$70/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 | $1,012 -5.2% | 1.60% |
| 2022 | $1,067 -2.9% | 1.83% |
| 2021 | $1,099 -2.0% | 1.98% |
| 2020 | $1,121 +6.4% | 2.17% |
| 2019 | $1,054 | 2.13% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,592
per year
Monthly Tax
$84
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Crawford County
Tax: $1,375/yr Rate: 1.12%
Smith County
Tax: $1,503/yr Rate: 1.65%
Russell County
Tax: $1,863/yr Rate: 1.75%
Ellis County
Tax: $2,582/yr Rate: 1.22%
Dickinson County
Tax: $2,123/yr Rate: 1.43%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,881/yr Rate: 1.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chautauqua County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chautauqua County is $1,012 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.60% on a median home value of $63,300.
How does Chautauqua County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chautauqua County are 47% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chautauqua County? ▼
In Chautauqua County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,443 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $843. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chautauqua County? ▼
Property taxes in Chautauqua County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $54,592. 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.