Dickinson County, KS Property Tax: $2,123/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Dickinson County is 1.43% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $148,500, that works out to about $2,124 per year, or $177 per month. Dickinson County is located in central Kansas, and is home to approximately 18,423 residents.
About Dickinson County
Dickinson County covers approximately 847.1 square miles in Kansas. The county is home to about 18,423 residents living in roughly 8,793 housing units, of which 71.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $67,982, and the median home was built in 1956.
Dickinson County borders Clay County, Geary County, McPherson 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 Dickinson County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Dickinson County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson County, KS | 1.43% | $148,500 | $2,124 |
| Kansas state average | 1.55% | — | $2,302* |
| Clay County | 1.38% | $149,600 | $2,061 |
| Geary County | 1.54% | $165,000 | $2,537 |
| McPherson County | 1.40% | $198,400 | $2,780 |
| 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 Dickinson County's median home value of $148,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Dickinson County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kansas?
At 1.43%, Dickinson County is lower than the Kansas state average of 1.55%. On a home at the county median of $148,500, that means about $2,124 per year — versus $2,302 at the state average rate, a difference of $178 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Dickinson County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Dickinson County?
For a home at the county median value of $148,500, the annual property tax in Dickinson County is approximately $2,124 — or about $177 per month. For a home worth $222,750, expect around $3,185 per year. For a $297,000 home, approximately $4,247 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Dickinson County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Dickinson County are handled by the Dickinson 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 Dickinson 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 1.43% shown here. Contact the Dickinson 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