66066 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 66066 (Oskaloosa, Kansas) pay a median of $2,430/year in property taxes on homes valued at $215,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.13%, which is 22% below the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 66066 is approximately $203, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Jefferson County. This is $425 more than the Kansas average of $2,005/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 66066 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 66071 (1.13%) and 66087 (1.13%).

In Oskaloosa, property taxes represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $76,733, 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.