Wilson County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 2,610.
The median annual property tax in Wilson County is $1,294, which is 33% lower than the Kansas state average and 33% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $93,900. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,294
-33% vs State
-33% vs US
Median Home Value
$93,900
-28% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.38%
-11% vs State
+45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,406
$117/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,142
$95/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 | $1,294 +0.7% | 1.38% |
| 2022 | $1,285 -4.0% | 1.40% |
| 2021 | $1,338 +8.3% | 1.62% |
| 2020 | $1,236 +5.2% | 1.50% |
| 2019 | $1,175 | 1.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,056
per year
Monthly Tax
$108
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Rush County
Tax: $1,504/yr Rate: 1.90%
Hodgeman County
Tax: $1,638/yr Rate: 1.77%
Shawnee County
Tax: $2,500/yr Rate: 1.47%
Gove County
Tax: $1,581/yr Rate: 1.33%
Marion County
Tax: $1,974/yr Rate: 1.73%
Greeley County
Tax: $2,080/yr Rate: 1.91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wilson County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wilson County is $1,294 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $93,900.
How does Wilson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wilson County are 33% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wilson County? ▼
In Wilson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,406 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,142. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wilson County? ▼
Property taxes in Wilson County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $57,056. 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.