Shawnee County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 49,921.
The median annual property tax in Shawnee County is $2,500, which is 29% higher than the Kansas state average and 30% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $170,400. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,500
+29% vs State
+30% vs US
Median Home Value
$170,400
+30% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
-5% vs State
+55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,562
$214/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,406
$201/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 | $2,500 +5.4% | 1.47% |
| 2022 | $2,372 +8.9% | 1.48% |
| 2021 | $2,179 +5.1% | 1.56% |
| 2020 | $2,074 +0.8% | 1.54% |
| 2019 | $2,057 | 1.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,043
per year
Monthly Tax
$208
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Stanton County
Tax: $1,586/yr Rate: 2.47%
Allen County
Tax: $1,659/yr Rate: 1.65%
Barton County
Tax: $1,948/yr Rate: 1.66%
Cowley County
Tax: $1,878/yr Rate: 1.68%
Comanche County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 2.29%
Lane County
Tax: $1,708/yr Rate: 1.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Shawnee County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Shawnee County is $2,500 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $170,400.
How does Shawnee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Shawnee County are 30% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Shawnee County? ▼
In Shawnee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,562 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,406. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Shawnee County? ▼
Property taxes in Shawnee County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $66,043. 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.