2026 rates for 53 counties
The median effective property tax rate in Kansas is 1.48% of a home's value, so a $300,000 home pays about $4,429 a year — above the national median of 1.07%. Most homeowners pay between 1.35% and 1.66%, from 0.98% in Pottawatomie County to 2.10% in Marion County. Use the calculator below or browse by county to find your exact rate.
Kansas has relatively high rates for a Midwestern state, and the burden falls unevenly. Urban counties like Johnson County (Kansas City suburbs) carry higher rates than rural areas. The state offers a Homestead Property Tax Refund for low-income seniors and disabled homeowners.
Calculate your estimated property tax in Kansas
Annual Property Tax
$2,214
Monthly Property Tax
$185
* This is an estimate based on the median tax rate. Actual taxes may vary based on local assessments and exemptions.
Property tax rates in Kansas
1.348%
25% of properties pay this rate or less
1.476%
50% of properties pay this rate or less
1.655%
25% of properties pay more than this rate
These percentiles show the range of property tax rates. 25% of properties pay less than the low rate, 50% pay less than the median, and 75% pay less than the high rate.
The difference between the 25th and 75th percentiles is 0.308%, indicating the variation in property tax rates within this area. Use the median (50th percentile) for the most typical estimate.
State averages sourced from Tax Foundation 2024 data. National median: 1.07%.
Based on the median rate of 1.476%. Actual taxes depend on assessed value and local exemptions.
| Home Value | Annual Tax | Monthly Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $2,214 | $185/mo |
| $250,000 | $3,691 | $308/mo |
| $350,000 | $5,167 | $431/mo |
| $500,000 | $7,381 | $615/mo |
| $750,000 | $11,072 | $923/mo |
| $1,000,000 | $14,763 | $1,230/mo |
The median effective property tax rate in Kansas is 1.48% of a home's value. On a $300,000 home that is about $4,429 a year, or $369 a month if it is paid through mortgage escrow. Your actual bill depends on your county and city rates and on any exemptions, such as a homestead exemption, that lower your taxable value.
Payment Schedule
Semi-annual
Due Date(s)
December 20 and May 10
Always verify exact deadlines with your local county assessor or tax collector, as dates can vary by municipality.
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