Meade County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,087.
The median annual property tax in Meade County is $1,858, which is 4% lower than the Kansas state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $122,000. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,858
-4% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,000
-7% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.52%
-2% vs State
+60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,200
$183/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,717
$143/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 | $1,858 +6.0% | 1.52% |
| 2022 | $1,753 +11.3% | 1.27% |
| 2021 | $1,575 +10.1% | 1.28% |
| 2020 | $1,430 +7.1% | 1.40% |
| 2019 | $1,335 | 1.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,868
per year
Monthly Tax
$155
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Stanton County
Tax: $1,586/yr Rate: 2.47%
Wyandotte County
Tax: $2,240/yr Rate: 1.47%
Graham County
Tax: $1,538/yr Rate: 1.73%
Pawnee County
Tax: $1,832/yr Rate: 1.79%
Linn County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.09%
Butler County
Tax: $2,918/yr Rate: 1.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Meade County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Meade County is $1,858 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $122,000.
How does Meade County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Meade County are 3% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Meade County? ▼
In Meade County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,200 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,717. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Meade County? ▼
Property taxes in Meade County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $74,868. 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.