Montgomery County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 9,342.
The median annual property tax in Montgomery County is $1,562, which is 20% lower than the Kansas state average and 19% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $92,100. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,562
-20% vs State
-19% vs US
Median Home Value
$92,100
-30% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.70%
+10% vs State
+79% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,980
$165/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,215
$101/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 | $1,562 +3.7% | 1.70% |
| 2022 | $1,506 +8.6% | 1.67% |
| 2021 | $1,387 +1.9% | 1.70% |
| 2020 | $1,361 +3.2% | 1.72% |
| 2019 | $1,319 | 1.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,242
per year
Monthly Tax
$130
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Meade County
Tax: $1,858/yr Rate: 1.52%
Johnson County
Tax: $4,221/yr Rate: 1.15%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,529/yr Rate: 1.28%
Ford County
Tax: $2,190/yr Rate: 1.65%
Bourbon County
Tax: $1,797/yr Rate: 1.67%
Norton County
Tax: $1,585/yr Rate: 1.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Montgomery County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Montgomery County is $1,562 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $92,100.
How does Montgomery County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Montgomery County are 19% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Montgomery County? ▼
In Montgomery County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,980 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,215. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Montgomery County? ▼
Property taxes in Montgomery County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $53,242. 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.