66618 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 66618 (Topeka, Kansas) pay a median of $2,957/year in property taxes on homes valued at $241,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.22%, which is 15% below the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 66618 is approximately $246, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Shawnee County. This is $952 more than the Kansas average of $2,005/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 66618 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 67632 (1.22%) and 66056 (1.22%).

In Topeka, property taxes represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $106,687, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kansas reassesses all properties annually at market value with no state cap; Shawnee County Appraiser will assess your home each year. Shawnee County residents qualify for a Homestead Exemption (primary residences) and Senior Citizen Exemption (age 65+) — file your exemption application with the Shawnee County Appraiser to claim tax relief. Submit your homestead exemption claim within 30 days of purchase to ensure it applies to your first assessment.