What is the property tax rate in Kansas?

Kansas has an effective property tax rate of 1.29%, ranking it #13 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $2,798 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in Kansas?

Property taxes in Kansas are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (1.29%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in Kansas has the lowest property taxes?

Among Kansas's 105 counties, Wyandotte County has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does Kansas have a homestead exemption?

Yes, Kansas offers several property tax exemptions including: Homestead Refund, Disabled Veteran, SAFESR (Over 65). See the exemptions section above for details.

Kansas Property Tax Rate

105 Counties

1.29%effective rate

Kansas has an effective property tax rate of 1.29%, ranking it #13 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Kansas pays $2,798 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $217,200. This rate is 40% higher than the national average of 0.92%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

1.29%

#13 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,798

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$217,200

2024 estimate

Total Counties📍

105

Population: 2,947,197

Property Tax Rates by County in Kansas

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Stanton County	2.46%	$1,667	$67,800
#2	Comanche County	2.16%	$1,500	$69,600
#3	Morton County	2.08%	$1,995	$96,100
#4	Elk County	2.03%	$1,388	$68,500
#5	Pawnee County	2.03%	$1,887	$93,000
#6	Ness County	1.95%	$1,751	$89,700
#7	Clark County	1.94%	$1,699	$87,600
#8	Jewell County	1.93%	$1,247	$64,600
#9	Rooks County	1.93%	$1,718	$89,000
#10	Woodson County	1.93%	$1,569	$81,200
#11	Greeley County	1.89%	$2,178	$115,200
#12	Stevens County	1.88%	$2,433	$129,300
#13	Rush County	1.87%	$1,562	$83,600
#14	Russell County	1.86%	$2,218	$119,000
#15	Graham County	1.83%	$1,641	$89,900
#16	Smith County	1.83%	$1,722	$94,100
#17	Phillips County	1.80%	$1,738	$96,500
#18	Decatur County	1.79%	$1,604	$89,500
#19	Republic County	1.79%	$1,350	$75,600
#20	Harper County	1.78%	$1,495	$83,800

How Kansas Compares

Kansas

1.29%

National Average

0.92%

Neighboring States

Calculate Your Property Tax in Kansas

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State

County

Home Value

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Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,870

$323/month · Rate: 1.29%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

1.29%

Kansas Property Tax Exemptions

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Homestead Refund

Up to $700 refund based on income

Homeowners age 55+, disabled, or with dependent child; income under $37,750

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Disabled Veteran

Full exemption from property taxes

Veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability

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SAFESR (Over 65)

75% refund of property taxes (up to a cap)

Homeowners age 65+ with income of $22,000 or less

Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.

When Are Property Taxes Due in Kansas?

Under Kansas statute (K.S.A. 79-2004), real estate taxes may be paid in full or in two halves, with the first half due December 20 of the tax year and the second half due May 10 of the following year. If a deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, it extends to the next business day.

First half

December 20

Second half

May 10

If you pay late: Unpaid taxes accrue interest at roughly 1% per month (up to a statutory cap) from the delinquency date.

See how Kansas compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.

Nearby States

Colorado

0.48%

Missouri

0.85%

Nebraska

1.49%

Oklahoma

0.80%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.