Jewell County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,023.
The median annual property tax in Jewell County is $1,222, which is 37% lower than the Kansas state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.97% on a median home value of $62,100. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,222
-37% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$62,100
-53% vs State
-71% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.97%
+27% vs State
+107% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,255
$188/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,012
$84/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 | $1,222 +4.5% | 1.97% |
| 2022 | $1,169 +3.5% | 2.00% |
| 2021 | $1,130 +13.7% | 1.88% |
| 2020 | $994 -3.0% | 1.77% |
| 2019 | $1,025 | 1.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,344
per year
Monthly Tax
$102
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Ford County
Tax: $2,190/yr Rate: 1.65%
Doniphan County
Tax: $1,406/yr Rate: 1.16%
Elk County
Tax: $1,211/yr Rate: 1.99%
Barton County
Tax: $1,948/yr Rate: 1.66%
Allen County
Tax: $1,659/yr Rate: 1.65%
McPherson County
Tax: $2,780/yr Rate: 1.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jewell County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jewell County is $1,222 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.97% on a median home value of $62,100.
How does Jewell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jewell County are 36% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.97% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jewell County? ▼
In Jewell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,255 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,012. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jewell County? ▼
Property taxes in Jewell County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $52,344. 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.