66109 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 66109 (Kansas City, Kansas) pay a median of $3,954/year in property taxes on homes valued at $255,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.55%, which is 7% above the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 66109 is approximately $330, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Wyandotte County. This is $1,949 more than the Kansas average of $2,005/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 66109 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 66616 (1.55%) and 67335 (1.55%).

In Kansas City, property taxes represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $101,830, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kansas reassesses properties annually at market value with no state cap; Wyandotte County Appraiser will assess your property each year. Wyandotte County provides a Homestead Exemption for primary residences and a Senior Citizen Exemption (age 65+) — apply through the Wyandotte County Appraiser's office to claim the tax reduction. Register your homestead exemption within 30 days of purchase to maximize savings on your first tax bill.