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Ellis County

Ellis County, Kansas

Effective Tax Rate

1.22%

Median Annual Tax

$2,582

How Ellis County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Ellis County$2,582
Kansas State Average$1,943
National Average$1,924

Ellis County

1.22%

Effective rate

Kansas Avg

1.48%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,620

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,500

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,582

Monthly Escrow

$215

Effective Rate

1.22%

vs. Kansas State Average▲ 32.9% above
vs. National Average▼ 4% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Ellis County, Kansas?
The effective property tax rate in Ellis County, Kansas is 1.22%. 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 Ellis County?
The median annual property tax payment in Ellis County is $2,582. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,620, while those without a mortgage pay $2,500.
How does Ellis County compare to the Kansas average?
Ellis County's effective tax rate of 1.22% is lower than the Kansas state average of 1.48%. The median annual property tax in Ellis County is $2,582, compared to the state average of $1,943.
What is the median home value in Ellis County, Kansas?
The median home value in Ellis County, Kansas is $211,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Kansas?
Property taxes in Kansas are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Kearny County(KS)

Rate1.22%
Median Tax$1,867

Cherokee County(KS)

Rate1.23%
Median Tax$1,219

Miami County(KS)

Rate1.23%
Median Tax$3,406

Sedgwick County(KS)

Rate1.23%
Median Tax$2,345
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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.

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