What is the property tax rate in Topeka, KS?

Topeka has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.52%. On a median home valued at $130,600, homeowners pay approximately $1,991 per year in property taxes.

How does Topeka compare to Shawnee County?

Topeka's effective rate of 1.52% is 1% higher than the Shawnee County average of 1.50%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,705, while Topeka homeowners pay an estimated $1,991.

How much are property taxes in Topeka on a $300,000 home?

Based on Topeka's effective rate of 1.52%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,560 per year, or about $380 per month.

Topeka Property Tax Rate

Shawnee County, Kansas

1.52%effective rate

Topeka is located in Shawnee County, Kansas. Homeowners in Topeka pay a median of $1,991 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $130,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.52%. This is 1% higher than the Shawnee County average of 1.50%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.52%

vs 1.50% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,991

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$130,600

2024 estimate

Population📍

126,103

Topeka, KS

How Topeka Compares

Topeka

1.52%

Shawnee County Average

1.50%

Kansas Average

1.29%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Topeka

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,560

$380/month · Rate: 1.52%

Shawnee County 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.