Kay County, Oklahoma Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oklahoma. Population: 11,322.
The median annual property tax in Kay County is $799, which is 17% lower than the Oklahoma state average and 58% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $116,800. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$799
-17% vs State
-58% vs US
Median Home Value
$116,800
-18% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
+5% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$980
$82/mo
Without Mortgage
$630
$53/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 | $799 +4.7% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $763 +5.1% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $726 -1.1% | 0.75% |
| 2020 | $734 +4.3% | 0.76% |
| 2019 | $704 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,673
per year
Monthly Tax
$67
per month
Other Counties in Oklahoma
Cotton County
Tax: $712/yr Rate: 0.63%
Dewey County
Tax: $713/yr Rate: 0.60%
Pushmataha County
Tax: $483/yr Rate: 0.41%
Alfalfa County
Tax: $649/yr Rate: 0.63%
Logan County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 0.76%
Creek County
Tax: $1,261/yr Rate: 0.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kay County, Oklahoma? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kay County is $799 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $116,800.
How does Kay County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kay County are 58% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kay County? ▼
In Kay County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $980 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $630. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kay County? ▼
Property taxes in Kay County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $56,673. 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.