Wilson County Property Taxes

Wilson County, Kansas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

33.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$108/mo escrow

#27 of 105 counties in Kansas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.38%

vs. Kansas Avg33.4% below
vs. National Avg51.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$93,900

State avg $131,109

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,406

$117/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,142

$95/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#27

of 105 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Wilson County, Kansas

Wilson County offers tax-friendly rates

At 1.378%, Wilson County's effective tax rate is well below the national median of 1.55%, placing it in the bottom third of U.S. counties. The median property tax of $1,294 is less than half the national median of $2,690.

Below Kansas average on all measures

Wilson County's 1.378% effective rate is below Kansas's 1.549% state average, and its median tax of $1,294 is significantly lower than the statewide median of $1,943. On both counts, Wilson County offers a tax advantage statewide.

Lower-taxed than most in the region

Wilson County's 1.378% rate is lower than six of the seven other counties in this analysis, beaten only by Wabaunsee (1.274%). It's among the most tax-efficient options in the comparison set.

Among the lowest tax bills statewide

The median home in Wilson County is valued at $93,900, with annual property taxes of just $1,294. At approximately $108 per month, Wilson County has the lowest absolute tax burden of all eight counties analyzed.

Protect your lowest-tax status

Wilson County's position as one of Kansas's lowest-tax counties makes it especially important to monitor your assessment. An appeal could ensure your already-favorable rate isn't inflated by an overvalued property assessment.

How Wilson County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Wilson County$1,294
Kansas State Average$1,943
National Average$1,924

Wilson County

1.38%

Effective rate

Kansas Avg

1.48%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Wilson County, Kansas?
The effective property tax rate in Wilson County, Kansas is 1.38%. 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 Wilson County?
The median annual property tax payment in Wilson County is $1,294. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,406, while those without a mortgage pay $1,142.
How does Wilson County compare to the Kansas average?
Wilson County's effective tax rate of 1.38% is lower than the Kansas state average of 1.48%. The median annual property tax in Wilson County is $1,294, compared to the state average of $1,943.
What is the median home value in Wilson County, Kansas?
The median home value in Wilson County, Kansas is $93,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Wilson County a low property tax area in Kansas?
Yes — Wilson County's effective property tax rate of 1.38% is below the Kansas average of 1.48%. The median annual property tax of $1,294 is also lower the state average of $1,943, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Wilson County rank for property taxes in Kansas?
Wilson County ranks #27 out of 105 counties in Kansas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.38% and median annual tax of $1,294, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Nearby Counties

Other Counties in Kansas

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.