Cowley County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 9,400.
The median annual property tax in Cowley County is $1,878, which is 3% lower than the Kansas state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $111,600. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,878
-3% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,600
-15% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.68%
+8% vs State
+77% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,095
$175/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,520
$127/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 | $1,878 +6.6% | 1.68% |
| 2022 | $1,761 +5.2% | 1.69% |
| 2021 | $1,674 +11.9% | 1.83% |
| 2020 | $1,496 -1.5% | 1.69% |
| 2019 | $1,519 | 1.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,263
per year
Monthly Tax
$157
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Stevens County
Tax: $2,239/yr Rate: 1.80%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,508/yr Rate: 1.25%
Mitchell County
Tax: $2,084/yr Rate: 1.90%
Scott County
Tax: $2,606/yr Rate: 1.53%
Woodson County
Tax: $1,396/yr Rate: 1.81%
Brown County
Tax: $1,387/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cowley County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cowley County is $1,878 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $111,600.
How does Cowley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cowley County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cowley County? ▼
In Cowley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,095 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,520. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cowley County? ▼
Property taxes in Cowley County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $58,263. 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.