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Property tax in Kansas: rates, averages, and deductions

State averages from Census ACS, deduction data from IRS SOI, and county rankings below.

Avg property tax
$1,877
annual, median
Avg home value
$124,449
Avg mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
% claiming mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI

Highest property tax counties

  1. 1.Johnson County$4,000
  2. 2.Riley County$3,383
  3. 3.Douglas County$3,249
  4. 4.Miami County$3,060
  5. 5.Leavenworth County$2,925
  6. 6.Butler County$2,817
  7. 7.Scott County$2,675
  8. 8.McPherson County$2,600
  9. 9.Finney County$2,590
  10. 10.Franklin County$2,587

Lowest property tax counties

  1. 1.Chautauqua County$1,067
  2. 2.Edwards County$1,145
  3. 3.Greenwood County$1,162
  4. 4.Jewell County$1,169
  5. 5.Cherokee County$1,213
  6. 6.Elk County$1,237
  7. 7.Republic County$1,270
  8. 8.Wilson County$1,285
  9. 9.Decatur County$1,287
  10. 10.Brown County$1,324

Frequently asked questions

What is the average property tax in Kansas?

Census ACS median property tax in Kansas is around $1,877 per year. Effective rate varies by county.

Can I deduct property taxes on my federal return?

The SALT deduction (state and local taxes, including property tax) is capped under current federal law. IRS SOI shows the average Kansas filer who claimed the property tax deduction took not yet imported.

Can I appeal my property tax assessment?

Yes in every state, though the process varies. Start with your county assessor's website for timelines and grounds for appeal. A successful appeal reduces your assessed value and the tax bill that flows from it.

Data sources

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