Jackson County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 3,986.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $2,304, which is 19% higher than the Kansas state average and 20% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.19% on a median home value of $193,600. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,304
+19% vs State
+20% vs US
Median Home Value
$193,600
+48% vs State
-8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.19%
-23% vs State
+25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,318
$193/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,288
$191/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 | $2,304 +3.1% | 1.19% |
| 2022 | $2,234 +3.6% | 1.32% |
| 2021 | $2,156 +6.1% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $2,032 -2.7% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $2,088 | 1.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,703
per year
Monthly Tax
$192
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Cheyenne County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 1.40%
Sumner County
Tax: $2,024/yr Rate: 1.71%
Rooks County
Tax: $1,593/yr Rate: 1.77%
Gove County
Tax: $1,581/yr Rate: 1.33%
Reno County
Tax: $2,180/yr Rate: 1.74%
Mitchell County
Tax: $2,084/yr Rate: 1.90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $2,304 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.19% on a median home value of $193,600.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 20% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.19% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,318 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,288. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $72,703. 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.