Johnson County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 167,810.
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $4,221, which is 117% higher than the Kansas state average and 120% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $366,000. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,221
+117% vs State
+120% vs US
Median Home Value
$366,000
+179% vs State
+73% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.15%
-26% vs State
+21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,205
$350/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,256
$355/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 | $4,221 +5.5% | 1.15% |
| 2022 | $4,000 +10.0% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | $3,635 +7.0% | 1.24% |
| 2020 | $3,397 +6.2% | 1.22% |
| 2019 | $3,200 | 1.23% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$107,261
per year
Monthly Tax
$352
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Finney County
Tax: $2,733/yr Rate: 1.43%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,508/yr Rate: 1.25%
Kingman County
Tax: $1,916/yr Rate: 1.78%
Miami County
Tax: $3,406/yr Rate: 1.23%
McPherson County
Tax: $2,780/yr Rate: 1.40%
Cowley County
Tax: $1,878/yr Rate: 1.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Johnson County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $4,221 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $366,000.
How does Johnson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County are 120% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.15% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
In Johnson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,205 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,256. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $107,261. 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.