66512 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 66512 (Meriden, Kansas) pay a median of $2,531/year in property taxes on homes valued at $183,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.38%, which is 4% below the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 66512 is approximately $211, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Jefferson County. This is $526 more than the Kansas average of $2,005/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 66512 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 66427 (1.38%) and 66409 (1.38%).

In Meriden, property taxes represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $75,497, 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.