67878 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 67878 (Syracuse, Kansas) pay a median of $1,951/year in property taxes on homes valued at $124,400. 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 67878 is approximately $163, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Hamilton County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kansas, 67878 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 67731 (1.57%) and 67031 (1.57%).

In Syracuse, property taxes represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $61,964, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kansas has no statewide assessment cap; Hamilton County reappraises properties annually at fair market value, including your home at purchase. Disabled homeowners and seniors 65+ qualify for the Kansas Homestead Property Tax Exemption, which significantly reduces taxable assessed value — the Hamilton County Appraiser handles all applications. File your exemption claim with the Hamilton County Appraiser immediately to secure tax relief before your first assessment bill.