Ellsworth County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,899.
The median annual property tax in Ellsworth County is $1,766, which is 9% lower than the Kansas state average and 8% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $116,300. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,766
-9% vs State
-8% vs US
Median Home Value
$116,300
-11% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.52%
-2% vs State
+60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,978
$165/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,457
$121/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 | $1,766 +9.5% | 1.52% |
| 2022 | $1,613 -2.1% | 1.47% |
| 2021 | $1,647 -2.1% | 1.67% |
| 2020 | $1,683 +9.1% | 1.53% |
| 2019 | $1,543 | 1.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,792
per year
Monthly Tax
$147
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Osborne County
Tax: $1,365/yr Rate: 1.61%
Comanche County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 2.29%
Brown County
Tax: $1,387/yr Rate: 1.25%
Hodgeman County
Tax: $1,638/yr Rate: 1.77%
Saline County
Tax: $2,283/yr Rate: 1.33%
Sumner County
Tax: $2,024/yr Rate: 1.71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ellsworth County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ellsworth County is $1,766 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $116,300.
How does Ellsworth County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ellsworth County are 8% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ellsworth County? ▼
In Ellsworth County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,978 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,457. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ellsworth County? ▼
Property taxes in Ellsworth County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $66,792. 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.