Wabaunsee County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 2,086.
The median annual property tax in Wabaunsee County is $2,270, which is 17% higher than the Kansas state average and 18% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $178,200. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,270
+17% vs State
+18% vs US
Median Home Value
$178,200
+36% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.27%
-18% vs State
+34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,408
$201/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,097
$175/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 | $2,270 +1.5% | 1.27% |
| 2022 | $2,236 +10.8% | 1.32% |
| 2021 | $2,018 +4.3% | 1.32% |
| 2020 | $1,934 -0.2% | 1.26% |
| 2019 | $1,937 | 1.32% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,536
per year
Monthly Tax
$189
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Atchison County
Tax: $1,941/yr Rate: 1.31%
Rooks County
Tax: $1,593/yr Rate: 1.77%
Lane County
Tax: $1,708/yr Rate: 1.44%
Linn County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.09%
Doniphan County
Tax: $1,406/yr Rate: 1.16%
Trego County
Tax: $1,680/yr Rate: 1.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wabaunsee County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wabaunsee County is $2,270 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $178,200.
How does Wabaunsee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wabaunsee County are 18% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.27% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wabaunsee County? ▼
In Wabaunsee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,408 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,097. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wabaunsee County? ▼
Property taxes in Wabaunsee County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $70,536. 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.