Ellsworth County, KS Property Tax: $1,766/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Ellsworth County is 1.52% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $116,300, that works out to about $1,768 per year, or $147 per month. Ellsworth County is located in central Kansas, and is home to approximately 6,366 residents.
About Ellsworth County
Ellsworth County covers approximately 715.6 square miles in Kansas. The county is home to about 6,366 residents living in roughly 3,110 housing units, of which 61.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $66,792, and the median home was built in 1961.
Ellsworth County borders Barton County, Lincoln County, McPherson County, Rice County, Russell 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 Ellsworth County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Ellsworth County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellsworth County, KS | 1.52% | $116,300 | $1,768 |
| Kansas state average | 1.55% | — | $1,803* |
| Barton County | 1.66% | $117,200 | $1,948 |
| Lincoln County | 1.55% | $92,600 | $1,432 |
| McPherson County | 1.40% | $198,400 | $2,780 |
| Rice County | 1.55% | $105,500 | $1,636 |
| Russell County | 1.75% | $106,400 | $1,863 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Ellsworth County's median home value of $116,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Ellsworth County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kansas?
At 1.52%, Ellsworth County is lower than the Kansas state average of 1.55%. On a home at the county median of $116,300, that means about $1,768 per year — versus $1,803 at the state average rate, a difference of $35 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Ellsworth County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Ellsworth County?
For a home at the county median value of $116,300, the annual property tax in Ellsworth County is approximately $1,768 — or about $147 per month. For a home worth $174,450, expect around $2,652 per year. For a $232,600 home, approximately $3,536 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Ellsworth County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Ellsworth County are handled by the Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth 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 1.52% shown here. Contact the Ellsworth 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