Elk County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 835.
The median annual property tax in Elk County is $1,211, which is 38% lower than the Kansas state average and 37% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.99% on a median home value of $60,900. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,211
-38% vs State
-37% vs US
Median Home Value
$60,900
-54% vs State
-71% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.99%
+28% vs State
+109% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,372
$114/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,125
$94/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 | $1,211 -2.1% | 1.99% |
| 2022 | $1,237 +19.1% | 2.17% |
| 2021 | $1,039 -1.7% | 1.81% |
| 2020 | $1,057 +7.0% | 2.14% |
| 2019 | $988 | 1.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,087
per year
Monthly Tax
$101
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Shawnee County
Tax: $2,500/yr Rate: 1.47%
Jewell County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 1.97%
Greeley County
Tax: $2,080/yr Rate: 1.91%
Sherman County
Tax: $1,986/yr Rate: 1.57%
Anderson County
Tax: $2,260/yr Rate: 1.53%
Barton County
Tax: $1,948/yr Rate: 1.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Elk County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Elk County is $1,211 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.99% on a median home value of $60,900.
How does Elk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Elk County are 37% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.99% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Elk County? ▼
In Elk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,372 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,125. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Elk County? ▼
Property taxes in Elk County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $56,087. 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.