Cheyenne County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 944.
The median annual property tax in Cheyenne County is $1,673, which is 14% lower than the Kansas state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.40% on a median home value of $119,300. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,673
-14% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$119,300
-9% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.40%
-10% vs State
+47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,637
$136/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,684
$140/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 | $1,673 +14.9% | 1.40% |
| 2022 | $1,456 +6.8% | 1.27% |
| 2021 | $1,363 -0.4% | 1.49% |
| 2020 | $1,368 -0.7% | 1.62% |
| 2019 | $1,378 | 1.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,765
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Meade County
Tax: $1,858/yr Rate: 1.52%
Saline County
Tax: $2,283/yr Rate: 1.33%
Grant County
Tax: $1,911/yr Rate: 1.31%
Pratt County
Tax: $2,019/yr Rate: 1.76%
Linn County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.09%
Nemaha County
Tax: $1,917/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cheyenne County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cheyenne County is $1,673 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.40% on a median home value of $119,300.
How does Cheyenne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cheyenne County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.40% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cheyenne County? ▼
In Cheyenne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,637 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,684. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cheyenne County? ▼
Property taxes in Cheyenne County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $55,765. 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.