Wichita Property Tax Rate

Sedgwick County, Kansas

1.18%effective rate

Wichita is located in Sedgwick County, Kansas. Homeowners in Wichita pay a median of $2,122 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $179,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.18%. This is 2% lower than the Sedgwick County average of 1.21%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.18%

vs 1.21% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,122

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$179,500

2024 estimate

Population📍

396,488

Wichita, KS

How Wichita Compares

Wichita
1.18%
Sedgwick County Average
1.21%
Kansas Average
1.29%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Sedgwick County

Compare property tax rates for 2 cities in Sedgwick County, Kansas.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Derby$3,2251.46%
Wichita$2,1221.18%

About Property Taxes in Wichita

Property taxes in Wichita are collected by Sedgwick County. Tax exemptions available to Sedgwick County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Wichita. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Sedgwick County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,540

$295/month · Rate: 1.18%

Sedgwick County Property Taxes

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Kansas Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.