Osage County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 5,099.
The median annual property tax in Osage County is $2,282, which is 17% higher than the Kansas state average and 19% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.60% on a median home value of $142,800. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,282
+17% vs State
+19% vs US
Median Home Value
$142,800
+9% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.60%
+3% vs State
+68% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,351
$196/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,173
$181/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 | $2,282 +3.5% | 1.60% |
| 2022 | $2,205 +3.2% | 1.59% |
| 2021 | $2,136 +7.3% | 1.64% |
| 2020 | $1,991 +6.6% | 1.61% |
| 2019 | $1,867 | 1.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,216
per year
Monthly Tax
$190
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Allen County
Tax: $1,659/yr Rate: 1.65%
Anderson County
Tax: $2,260/yr Rate: 1.53%
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,219/yr Rate: 1.23%
Scott County
Tax: $2,606/yr Rate: 1.53%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,375/yr Rate: 1.12%
Jewell County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 1.97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Osage County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Osage County is $2,282 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.60% on a median home value of $142,800.
How does Osage County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Osage County are 19% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Osage County? ▼
In Osage County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,351 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,173. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Osage County? ▼
Property taxes in Osage County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $70,216. 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.