Morris County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,978.
The median annual property tax in Morris County is $1,870, which is 4% lower than the Kansas state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.55% on a median home value of $120,900. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,870
-4% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$120,900
-8% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.55%
+0% vs State
+63% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,142
$179/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,707
$142/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 | $1,870 +5.8% | 1.55% |
| 2022 | $1,767 +12.7% | 1.58% |
| 2021 | $1,568 +1.2% | 1.71% |
| 2020 | $1,549 -8.8% | 1.64% |
| 2019 | $1,699 | 1.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,716
per year
Monthly Tax
$156
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Shawnee County
Tax: $2,500/yr Rate: 1.47%
Hodgeman County
Tax: $1,638/yr Rate: 1.77%
McPherson County
Tax: $2,780/yr Rate: 1.40%
Elk County
Tax: $1,211/yr Rate: 1.99%
Logan County
Tax: $2,117/yr Rate: 1.82%
Wilson County
Tax: $1,294/yr Rate: 1.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Morris County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Morris County is $1,870 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.55% on a median home value of $120,900.
How does Morris County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Morris County are 3% 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 Morris County? ▼
In Morris County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,142 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,707. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Morris County? ▼
Property taxes in Morris County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $56,716. 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.