Washington County Property Taxes

Washington County, Kansas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

20.2% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$129/mo escrow

#39 of 105 counties in Kansas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.46%

vs. Kansas Avg20.2% below
vs. National Avg42.3% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$106,100

State avg $131,109

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,774

$148/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,452

$121/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#39

of 105 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Washington County, Kansas

Washington County near national average

Washington County's effective tax rate of 1.462% is slightly below the national median of 1.55%, placing it in the lower-middle tier nationally. The median property tax of $1,551 is just over half the national median of $2,690, reflecting the county's affordable housing market.

Slightly above Kansas average rate

At 1.462%, Washington County's effective rate is marginally below Kansas's 1.549% state average. The median tax of $1,551 is notably lower than the statewide median of $1,943, making it favorable by Kansas standards.

Competitive with surrounding counties

Washington County's 1.462% rate ranks it in the middle of this eight-county group, between Trego County (1.456%) and Wichita County (1.468%). It offers a balanced tax environment for the region.

Low taxes on affordable homes

The median home in Washington County is valued at $106,100, with annual property taxes of $1,551. That equals roughly $129 per month, making Washington County one of the most affordable counties in this analysis.

Appeal to verify your assessment

Washington County's low tax bills don't mean all assessments are accurate. Homeowners should still verify that their assessed values match market comparables—an appeal could free up money you didn't realize you were overpaying.

How Washington County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Washington County$1,551
Kansas State Average$1,943
National Average$1,924

Washington County

1.46%

Effective rate

Kansas Avg

1.48%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Washington County, Kansas?
The effective property tax rate in Washington County, Kansas is 1.46%. 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 Washington County?
The median annual property tax payment in Washington County is $1,551. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,774, while those without a mortgage pay $1,452.
How does Washington County compare to the Kansas average?
Washington County's effective tax rate of 1.46% is lower than the Kansas state average of 1.48%. The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,551, compared to the state average of $1,943.
What is the median home value in Washington County, Kansas?
The median home value in Washington County, Kansas is $106,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Washington County a low property tax area in Kansas?
Yes — Washington County's effective property tax rate of 1.46% is below the Kansas average of 1.48%. The median annual property tax of $1,551 is also lower the state average of $1,943, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Washington County rank for property taxes in Kansas?
Washington County ranks #39 out of 105 counties in Kansas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.46% and median annual tax of $1,551, it falls in the middle 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.