66449 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 66449 (Leonardville, Kansas) pay a median of $1,820/year in property taxes on homes valued at $158,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.15%, which is 20% below the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 66449 is approximately $152, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Riley County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 66449 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 67732 (1.15%) and 66871 (1.15%).

In Leonardville, property taxes represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $84,348, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kansas assesses property at 12% of fair market value with no cap on reassessment at sale, meaning your tax bill adjusts to current market conditions when you purchase. Riley County offers a Homestead Property Tax Exemption for primary residences and a Senior Homestead Exemption for owners 65+ — contact the Riley County Appraiser's office to file before the January 1 assessment deadline. File your exemption application immediately after closing to ensure it applies to your first tax bill.