Saline County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 14,894.
The median annual property tax in Saline County is $2,283, which is 17% higher than the Kansas state average and 19% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $171,900. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,283
+17% vs State
+19% vs US
Median Home Value
$171,900
+31% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.33%
-14% vs State
+40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,291
$191/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,274
$190/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 | $2,283 +2.7% | 1.33% |
| 2022 | $2,223 +3.5% | 1.37% |
| 2021 | $2,147 +3.6% | 1.48% |
| 2020 | $2,072 +10.2% | 1.47% |
| 2019 | $1,881 | 1.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,316
per year
Monthly Tax
$190
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Reno County
Tax: $2,180/yr Rate: 1.74%
Phillips County
Tax: $1,607/yr Rate: 1.70%
Miami County
Tax: $3,406/yr Rate: 1.23%
Wyandotte County
Tax: $2,240/yr Rate: 1.47%
Lyon County
Tax: $2,272/yr Rate: 1.60%
Doniphan County
Tax: $1,406/yr Rate: 1.16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Saline County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Saline County is $2,283 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $171,900.
How does Saline County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Saline County are 19% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Saline County? ▼
In Saline County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,291 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,274. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Saline County? ▼
Property taxes in Saline County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $63,316. 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.