Comanche County Property Taxes

Comanche County, Kansas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

29.5% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$114/mo escrow

#104 of 105 counties in Kansas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

2.29%

vs. Kansas Avg29.5% below
vs. National Avg49.1% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$59,900

State avg $131,109

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,380

$115/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,360

$113/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#104

of 105 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Comanche County, Kansas

Comanche taxes well above national median

Comanche County's effective tax rate of 2.285% significantly exceeds the national median of 1.09%, placing it in roughly the top 15% of U.S. counties by tax burden. The median property tax of $1,369 is roughly half the national median of $2,690, largely because median home values here ($59,900) are far below the national median of $281,900.

Comanche ranks high for taxes within Kansas

At 2.285%, Comanche County's effective rate is the highest among the eight counties profiled and well above Kansas's state average of 1.549%. This makes Comanche a notable outlier—despite modest home values, residents here carry one of the heaviest tax rates in the state.

Comanche tops regional tax rates

Comanche's 2.285% effective rate significantly outpaces neighboring Decatur County (1.794%) and Edwards County (1.593%) in the region. Among all eight profiled counties, only Comanche approaches a 2% rate, making it a regional high point for tax burden.

Median home pays $1,369 annually

On a median-valued home of $59,900, Comanche County residents pay approximately $1,369 in annual property taxes. For mortgaged homes, that figure rises slightly to $1,380, while those without mortgages pay $1,360.

Review assessments to lower bills

Research shows many homeowners are assessed above fair market value and could reduce their tax bills through formal appeals. If your home's assessed value seems high relative to recent sales in your neighborhood, contacting your county assessor's office about a reassessment review may reveal savings opportunities.

How Comanche County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Comanche County$1,369
Kansas State Average$1,943
National Average$1,924

Comanche County

2.29%

Effective rate

Kansas Avg

1.48%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Comanche County, Kansas?
The effective property tax rate in Comanche County, Kansas is 2.29%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Comanche County?
The median annual property tax payment in Comanche County is $1,369. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,380, while those without a mortgage pay $1,360.
How does Comanche County compare to the Kansas average?
Comanche County's effective tax rate of 2.29% is higher than the Kansas state average of 1.48%. The median annual property tax in Comanche County is $1,369, compared to the state average of $1,943.
What is the median home value in Comanche County, Kansas?
The median home value in Comanche County, Kansas is $59,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Comanche County property tax rate higher than the Kansas average?
Comanche County's effective property tax rate of 2.29% is higher than the Kansas average of 1.48%. This difference of 0.80% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Comanche County rank for property taxes in Kansas?
Comanche County ranks #104 out of 105 counties in Kansas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 2.29% and median annual tax of $1,369, it falls in the upper third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.