Hamilton County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 625.
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $1,881, which is 3% lower than the Kansas state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $119,700. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,881
-3% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$119,700
-9% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.57%
+1% vs State
+65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,581
$215/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,411
$118/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 | $1,881 -9.0% | 1.57% |
| 2022 | $2,068 +33.6% | 1.77% |
| 2021 | $1,548 +5.7% | 1.69% |
| 2020 | $1,464 -7.0% | 1.95% |
| 2019 | $1,575 | 1.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,929
per year
Monthly Tax
$157
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Pottawatomie County
Tax: $2,475/yr Rate: 1.11%
Cheyenne County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 1.40%
Republic County
Tax: $1,290/yr Rate: 1.70%
Gray County
Tax: $2,461/yr Rate: 1.41%
Cloud County
Tax: $1,722/yr Rate: 1.79%
Ottawa County
Tax: $2,651/yr Rate: 1.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hamilton County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $1,881 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $119,700.
How does Hamilton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
In Hamilton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,581 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,411. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $61,929. 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.