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Rooks County

Rooks County, Kansas

Effective Tax Rate

1.77%

Median Annual Tax

$1,593

How Rooks County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Rooks County$1,593
Kansas State Average$1,943
National Average$1,924

Rooks County

1.77%

Effective rate

Kansas Avg

1.48%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,893

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,376

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,593

Monthly Escrow

$133

Effective Rate

1.77%

vs. Kansas State Average▼ 18% below
vs. National Average▼ 40.8% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Rooks County, Kansas?
The effective property tax rate in Rooks County, Kansas is 1.77%. 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 Rooks County?
The median annual property tax payment in Rooks County is $1,593. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,893, while those without a mortgage pay $1,376.
How does Rooks County compare to the Kansas average?
Rooks County's effective tax rate of 1.77% is higher than the Kansas state average of 1.48%. The median annual property tax in Rooks County is $1,593, compared to the state average of $1,943.
What is the median home value in Rooks County, Kansas?
The median home value in Rooks County, Kansas is $90,000, 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

Hodgeman County(KS)

Rate1.77%
Median Tax$1,638

Pratt County(KS)

Rate1.76%
Median Tax$2,019

Harper County(KS)

Rate1.78%
Median Tax$1,379

Kingman County(KS)

Rate1.78%
Median Tax$1,916
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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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