66945 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 66945 (Hanover, Kansas) pay a median of $1,787/year in property taxes on homes valued at $113,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.57%, which is 9% above the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 66945 is approximately $149, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Washington County. This is $218 less than the Kansas average of $2,005/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 66945 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 66854 (1.57%) and 67861 (1.57%).

In Hanover, property taxes represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $65,341, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kansas assesses at 12% of fair market value with full reassessment at sale. Washington County offers a Homestead Property Tax Exemption for primary residences and a Senior Homestead Exemption for those 65+ — submit your application to the Washington County Appraiser by January 1 to activate tax year benefits. Contact the appraiser's office immediately after purchase to obtain exemption forms and file promptly.