Lincoln County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 966.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,432, which is 26% lower than the Kansas state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.55% on a median home value of $92,600. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,432
-26% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$92,600
-29% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.55%
+0% vs State
+63% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,515
$126/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,337
$111/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 | $1,432 -0.7% | 1.55% |
| 2022 | $1,442 +2.1% | 1.53% |
| 2021 | $1,412 +9.1% | 1.71% |
| 2020 | $1,294 -5.3% | 1.72% |
| 2019 | $1,367 | 1.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,546
per year
Monthly Tax
$119
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Stafford County
Tax: $1,505/yr Rate: 1.56%
Chase County
Tax: $1,694/yr Rate: 1.60%
Greeley County
Tax: $2,080/yr Rate: 1.91%
Chautauqua County
Tax: $1,012/yr Rate: 1.60%
McPherson County
Tax: $2,780/yr Rate: 1.40%
Kiowa County
Tax: $1,766/yr Rate: 1.16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,432 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.55% on a median home value of $92,600.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 26% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,515 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,337. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $53,546. 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.