Phillips County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,635.
The median annual property tax in Phillips County is $1,607, which is 17% lower than the Kansas state average and 16% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $94,700. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,607
-17% vs State
-16% vs US
Median Home Value
$94,700
-28% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.70%
+10% vs State
+79% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,949
$162/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,372
$114/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 | $1,607 -0.5% | 1.70% |
| 2022 | $1,615 +11.9% | 1.69% |
| 2021 | $1,443 +7.2% | 1.73% |
| 2020 | $1,346 +0.5% | 1.63% |
| 2019 | $1,339 | 1.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,235
per year
Monthly Tax
$134
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Clark County
Tax: $1,610/yr Rate: 2.05%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,881/yr Rate: 1.57%
Ford County
Tax: $2,190/yr Rate: 1.65%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,375/yr Rate: 1.12%
Brown County
Tax: $1,387/yr Rate: 1.25%
Jewell County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 1.97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Phillips County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Phillips County is $1,607 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $94,700.
How does Phillips County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Phillips County are 16% 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 Phillips County? ▼
In Phillips County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,949 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,372. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Phillips County? ▼
Property taxes in Phillips County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $61,235. 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.