67209 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 67209 (Wichita, Kansas) pay a median of $2,428/year in property taxes on homes valued at $209,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.16%, which is 20% below the Kansas state average of 1.44%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 67209 is approximately $202, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Sedgwick County. This is $423 more than the Kansas average of $2,005/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 67209 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 67030 (1.16%) and 66076 (1.16%).

In Wichita, property taxes represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $86,103, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kansas does not cap property tax assessments at sale — your home will be reassessed to current market value when purchased, potentially increasing your tax bill significantly. Sedgwick County offers a Homestead Property Tax Exemption for primary residences and a Senior Exemption (age 65+) that reduces assessed value; apply with the Sedgwick County Appraiser's office immediately after closing. Contact the Sedgwick County Appraiser to confirm exemption eligibility and file any applications within 30 days of purchase.