66536 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 66536 (Saint Marys, Kansas) pay a median of $1,840/year in property taxes on homes valued at $211,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.87%, which is 40% below the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 66536 is approximately $153, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Pottawatomie County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 66536 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 66761 (0.87%) and 67644 (0.87%).

In Saint Marys, property taxes represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $78,641, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kansas has no statewide reassessment cap; Pottawatomie County Appraiser reassesses properties annually at market value. Pottawatomie County offers a Homestead Exemption for owner-occupied homes and a Senior Citizen Exemption (age 65+) — apply through the Pottawatomie County Appraiser's office to receive the tax reduction. Submit your homestead exemption application within 30 days of purchase to ensure savings on your first tax bill.