Rawlins County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 800.
The median annual property tax in Rawlins County is $1,651, which is 15% lower than the Kansas state average and 14% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.66% on a median home value of $99,400. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,651
-15% vs State
-14% vs US
Median Home Value
$99,400
-24% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.66%
+7% vs State
+75% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,864
$155/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,426
$119/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 | $1,651 +3.4% | 1.66% |
| 2022 | $1,596 +19.5% | 1.47% |
| 2021 | $1,336 +1.3% | 1.36% |
| 2020 | $1,319 -8.9% | 1.31% |
| 2019 | $1,448 | 1.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,000
per year
Monthly Tax
$138
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Lyon County
Tax: $2,272/yr Rate: 1.60%
Ellis County
Tax: $2,582/yr Rate: 1.22%
Seward County
Tax: $2,257/yr Rate: 1.68%
Kiowa County
Tax: $1,766/yr Rate: 1.16%
Ottawa County
Tax: $2,651/yr Rate: 1.62%
Osborne County
Tax: $1,365/yr Rate: 1.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rawlins County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rawlins County is $1,651 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.66% on a median home value of $99,400.
How does Rawlins County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rawlins County are 14% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rawlins County? ▼
In Rawlins County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,864 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,426. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rawlins County? ▼
Property taxes in Rawlins County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $65,000. 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.