66968 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 66968 (Washington, Kansas) pay a median of $1,564/year in property taxes on homes valued at $111,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.40%, which is near the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 66968 is approximately $130, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Washington County. This is $441 less than the Kansas average of $2,005/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 66968 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 66406 (1.40%) and 66102 (1.40%).

In Washington, property taxes represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $56,731, 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.