Kearny County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 999.
The median annual property tax in Kearny County is $1,867, which is 4% lower than the Kansas state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $152,500. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,867
-4% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,500
+16% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
-21% vs State
+28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,769
$147/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,981
$165/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 | $1,867 +2.0% | 1.22% |
| 2022 | $1,830 -2.0% | 1.28% |
| 2021 | $1,867 +16.3% | 1.56% |
| 2020 | $1,605 +1.0% | 1.76% |
| 2019 | $1,589 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,135
per year
Monthly Tax
$156
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Decatur County
Tax: $1,408/yr Rate: 1.79%
Neosho County
Tax: $1,501/yr Rate: 1.48%
Hodgeman County
Tax: $1,638/yr Rate: 1.77%
Greeley County
Tax: $2,080/yr Rate: 1.91%
Sumner County
Tax: $2,024/yr Rate: 1.71%
Wallace County
Tax: $1,449/yr Rate: 1.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kearny County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kearny County is $1,867 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $152,500.
How does Kearny County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kearny County are 3% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kearny County? ▼
In Kearny County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,769 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,981. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kearny County? ▼
Property taxes in Kearny County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $74,135. 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.