Chase County, KS Property Tax: $1,694/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Chase County is 1.60% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $106,200, that works out to about $1,699 per year, or $142 per month. Chase County is located in central Kansas, and is home to approximately 2,579 residents.
About Chase County
Chase County covers approximately 773.1 square miles in Kansas. The county is home to about 2,579 residents living in roughly 1,397 housing units, of which 58.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $54,518, and the median home was built in 1958.
Chase County borders Butler County, Greenwood County, Lyon County, Marion County, Morris County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Kansas
Property taxes in Kansas are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Kansas offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Chase County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Chase County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chase County, KS | 1.60% | $106,200 | $1,699 |
| Kansas state average | 1.55% | — | $1,646* |
| Butler County | 1.46% | $199,600 | $2,918 |
| Greenwood County | 1.65% | $82,600 | $1,360 |
| Lyon County | 1.60% | $142,200 | $2,272 |
| Marion County | 1.73% | $114,400 | $1,974 |
| Morris County | 1.55% | $120,900 | $1,870 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Chase County's median home value of $106,200. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Chase County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kansas?
At 1.60%, Chase County is higher than the Kansas state average of 1.55%. On a home at the county median of $106,200, that means about $1,699 per year — versus $1,646 at the state average rate, a difference of $53 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Chase County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Chase County?
For a home at the county median value of $106,200, the annual property tax in Chase County is approximately $1,699 — or about $142 per month. For a home worth $159,300, expect around $2,549 per year. For a $212,400 home, approximately $3,398 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Chase County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Chase County are handled by the Chase County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Chase County?
Kansas counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.60% shown here. Contact the Chase County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File