Gove County Property Taxes

Gove County, Kansas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

18.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$132/mo escrow

#25 of 105 counties in Kansas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.33%

vs. Kansas Avg18.6% below
vs. National Avg41.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$119,000

State avg $131,109

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,807

$151/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,381

$115/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#25

of 105 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Gove County, Kansas

Gove County among lowest-tax U.S. counties

Gove County's 1.329% effective tax rate ranks in the bottom 30% nationally, well below the national median of 2.690%—a major advantage for property owners. The $1,581 median property tax is only 59% of the national median of $2,690, reflecting both low rates and lower home values.

Below Kansas average with best-in-class rates

Gove County's 1.329% effective rate substantially undercuts the Kansas state average of 1.549% by 0.220 percentage points, ranking among the state's most tax-friendly counties. The $1,581 median tax falls well below the state median of $1,943, making it exceptionally affordable.

Second-lowest taxes in the region

Gove County's 1.329% rate trails only Ellis County's 1.223% in the region, outpacing Ellsworth (1.518%), Ford (1.650%), and Elk (1.988%) counties significantly. For homeowners prioritizing tax efficiency, Gove County ranks among the region's best choices.

Gove County residents pay just $1,581 yearly

On Gove County's median home value of $119,000, property owners pay approximately $1,581 annually in property tax, or $1,807 with mortgage interest deductions. This represents among the lowest absolute tax burdens in the region.

Even low-tax counties benefit from appeals

Gove County residents should not assume their assessments are accurate simply because tax rates are low—roughly 20% of all Kansas properties are overassessed. Request a reassessment if your home's market value has declined or if comparable homes in your area are valued lower.

How Gove County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Gove County$1,581
Kansas State Average$1,943
National Average$1,924

Gove County

1.33%

Effective rate

Kansas Avg

1.48%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Gove County, Kansas?
The effective property tax rate in Gove County, Kansas is 1.33%. 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 Gove County?
The median annual property tax payment in Gove County is $1,581. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,807, while those without a mortgage pay $1,381.
How does Gove County compare to the Kansas average?
Gove County's effective tax rate of 1.33% is lower than the Kansas state average of 1.48%. The median annual property tax in Gove County is $1,581, compared to the state average of $1,943.
What is the median home value in Gove County, Kansas?
The median home value in Gove County, Kansas is $119,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Gove County a low property tax area in Kansas?
Yes — Gove County's effective property tax rate of 1.33% is below the Kansas average of 1.48%. The median annual property tax of $1,581 is also lower the state average of $1,943, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Gove County rank for property taxes in Kansas?
Gove County ranks #25 out of 105 counties in Kansas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.33% and median annual tax of $1,581, it falls in the lower 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.