Cheyenne County, KS Property Tax: $1,673/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Cheyenne County is 1.40% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $119,300, that works out to about $1,670 per year, or $139 per month. Cheyenne County is located in northwestern Kansas, and is home to approximately 2,628 residents.
About Cheyenne County
Cheyenne County covers approximately 1,019.9 square miles in Kansas. The county is home to about 2,628 residents living in roughly 1,465 housing units, of which 64.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $55,765, and the median home was built in 1949.
Cheyenne County borders Kit Carson County, Yuma County, Rawlins County, Sherman County, Dundy 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 Cheyenne County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Cheyenne County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne County, KS | 1.40% | $119,300 | $1,670 |
| Kansas state average | 1.55% | — | $1,849* |
| Kit Carson County | 0.52% | $221,400 | $1,141 |
| Yuma County | 0.48% | $215,600 | $1,025 |
| Rawlins County | 1.66% | $99,400 | $1,651 |
| Sherman County | 1.57% | $126,300 | $1,986 |
| Dundy County | 0.82% | $118,200 | $971 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Cheyenne County's median home value of $119,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Cheyenne County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kansas?
At 1.40%, Cheyenne County is lower than the Kansas state average of 1.55%. On a home at the county median of $119,300, that means about $1,670 per year — versus $1,849 at the state average rate, a difference of $179 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Cheyenne County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Cheyenne County?
For a home at the county median value of $119,300, the annual property tax in Cheyenne County is approximately $1,670 — or about $139 per month. For a home worth $178,950, expect around $2,505 per year. For a $238,600 home, approximately $3,340 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Cheyenne County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Cheyenne County are handled by the Cheyenne 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 Cheyenne 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 1.40% shown here. Contact the Cheyenne 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