Douglas County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 24,725.
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $3,508, which is 81% higher than the Kansas state average and 82% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $281,600. Property taxes represent 5.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,508
+81% vs State
+82% vs US
Median Home Value
$281,600
+115% vs State
+33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
-19% vs State
+32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,504
$292/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,516
$293/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 | $3,508 +8.0% | 1.25% |
| 2022 | $3,249 +7.7% | 1.25% |
| 2021 | $3,016 +4.8% | 1.35% |
| 2020 | $2,877 +4.8% | 1.35% |
| 2019 | $2,746 | 1.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,756
per year
Monthly Tax
$292
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Grant County
Tax: $1,911/yr Rate: 1.31%
Morris County
Tax: $1,870/yr Rate: 1.55%
Logan County
Tax: $2,117/yr Rate: 1.82%
Leavenworth County
Tax: $3,136/yr Rate: 1.20%
Rice County
Tax: $1,636/yr Rate: 1.55%
Comanche County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 2.29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Douglas County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $3,508 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $281,600.
How does Douglas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County are 82% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
In Douglas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,504 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,516. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County represent approximately 5.1% of the median household income of $68,756. 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.