Russell County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 2,369.
The median annual property tax in Russell County is $1,863, which is 4% lower than the Kansas state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.75% on a median home value of $106,400. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,863
-4% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$106,400
-19% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.75%
+13% vs State
+84% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,615
$218/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,213
$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 | $1,863 -0.5% | 1.75% |
| 2022 | $1,872 -2.2% | 1.81% |
| 2021 | $1,915 +5.4% | 1.80% |
| 2020 | $1,817 +9.3% | 1.82% |
| 2019 | $1,662 | 1.78% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,902
per year
Monthly Tax
$155
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Wyandotte County
Tax: $2,240/yr Rate: 1.47%
Ness County
Tax: $1,678/yr Rate: 1.96%
Elk County
Tax: $1,211/yr Rate: 1.99%
Saline County
Tax: $2,283/yr Rate: 1.33%
Washington County
Tax: $1,551/yr Rate: 1.46%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,562/yr Rate: 1.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Russell County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Russell County is $1,863 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.75% on a median home value of $106,400.
How does Russell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Russell County are 3% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Russell County? ▼
In Russell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,615 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,213. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Russell County? ▼
Property taxes in Russell County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $53,902. 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.