66054 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 66054 (Mc Louth, Kansas) pay a median of $2,927/year in property taxes on homes valued at $240,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.22%, which is 16% below the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 66054 is approximately $244, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Jefferson County. This is $922 more than the Kansas average of $2,005/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 66054 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 66044 (1.22%) and 66086 (1.22%).

In Mc Louth, property taxes represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $103,333, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kansas reassesses properties annually at market value with no state cap; Jefferson County Appraiser will assess your home each year. Jefferson County offers both a Homestead Exemption for primary residences and a Senior Citizen Exemption (65+) — submit your application to the Jefferson County Appraiser to reduce your assessed value. Contact the appraiser's office immediately after closing to register and claim your exemption on the first assessment.