Woodson County, Kansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kansas. Population: 1,024.
The median annual property tax in Woodson County is $1,396, which is 28% lower than the Kansas state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.81% on a median home value of $77,100. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,396
-28% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$77,100
-41% vs State
-64% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.81%
+17% vs State
+91% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,849
$154/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,268
$106/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 | $1,396 +1.8% | 1.81% |
| 2022 | $1,371 +7.4% | 1.61% |
| 2021 | $1,277 +7.3% | 1.76% |
| 2020 | $1,190 -11.0% | 1.73% |
| 2019 | $1,337 | 1.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,152
per year
Monthly Tax
$116
per month
Other Counties in Kansas
Wallace County
Tax: $1,449/yr Rate: 1.54%
Rush County
Tax: $1,504/yr Rate: 1.90%
Thomas County
Tax: $2,192/yr Rate: 1.32%
Linn County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.09%
Nemaha County
Tax: $1,917/yr Rate: 0.98%
Stanton County
Tax: $1,586/yr Rate: 2.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Woodson County, Kansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Woodson County is $1,396 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.81% on a median home value of $77,100.
How does Woodson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Woodson County are 27% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Woodson County? ▼
In Woodson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,849 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,268. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Woodson County? ▼
Property taxes in Woodson County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $48,152. 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.