Washington County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,852.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,551, which is 20% lower than the Kansas state average and 19% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $106,100. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,551
-20% vs State
-19% vs US
Median Home Value
$106,100
-19% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.46%
-6% vs State
+54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,774
$148/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,452
$121/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 | $1,551 +2.8% | 1.46% |
| 2022 | $1,509 +11.7% | 1.42% |
| 2021 | $1,351 -0.7% | 1.55% |
| 2020 | $1,361 -2.4% | 1.62% |
| 2019 | $1,394 | 1.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,452
per year
Monthly Tax
$129
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Greenwood County
Tax: $1,360/yr Rate: 1.65%
Chase County
Tax: $1,694/yr Rate: 1.60%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,375/yr Rate: 1.12%
Riley County
Tax: $3,317/yr Rate: 1.43%
Rush County
Tax: $1,504/yr Rate: 1.90%
Wilson County
Tax: $1,294/yr Rate: 1.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,551 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $106,100.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 19% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,774 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,452. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $62,452. 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.