Sherman County Property Tax Rate

Kansas

1.59%effective rate

Sherman County, Kansas has an effective property tax rate of 1.59%, which is 73% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $136,700, homeowners pay approximately $2,171 per year in property taxes. Sherman County ranks #41 out of 105 counties in Kansas for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,171

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$136,700

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

3.52%

Median income: $61,750

State Rank📍

#41

of 105 counties in KS

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$2,509

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$1,548

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Sherman County pay on average $961 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Sherman County Compares

Sherman County
1.59%
Kansas Average
1.29%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Kansas

Stanton
2.46%
Comanche
2.16%
Morton
2.08%
Elk
2.03%
Pawnee
2.03%
Ness
1.95%
Clark
1.94%
Jewell
1.93%

Kansas Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Sherman County homeowners

Homestead Refund

Up to $700 refund based on income

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

Disabled Veteran

Full exemption from property taxes

Veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability

SAFESR (Over 65)

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

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

Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property tax in Sherman County

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,770

$398/month · Rate: 1.59%

Quick Facts

Population5,858
Owner-Occupied54.7%
National Rank#265 of 3,135
Median Income$61,750

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.