67017 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 67017 (Benton, Kansas) pay a median of $2,943/year in property taxes on homes valued at $235,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.25%, which is 13% below the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 67017 is approximately $245, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Butler County. This is $938 more than the Kansas average of $2,005/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 67017 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 66024 (1.25%) and 66227 (1.25%).

In Benton, property taxes represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $89,375, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kansas assesses property at 12% of fair market value and reassesses fully at purchase. Butler County provides a Homestead Property Tax Exemption for owner-occupied residences and a Senior Homestead Exemption — file with the Butler County Appraiser before January 1 to claim that year's exemption benefit. Request your exemption application form before closing to ensure you meet all filing requirements.