Pratt County, KS Property Tax: $2,019/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Pratt County is 1.76% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $114,500, that works out to about $2,015 per year, or $168 per month. Pratt County is located in southern Kansas, and is home to approximately 9,120 residents.
About Pratt County
Pratt County covers approximately 735.0 square miles in Kansas. The county is home to about 9,120 residents living in roughly 4,375 housing units, of which 56.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $64,348, and the median home was built in 1955.
Pratt County borders Barber County, Edwards County, Kingman County, Kiowa County, Reno 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 Pratt County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Pratt County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pratt County, KS | 1.76% | $114,500 | $2,015 |
| Kansas state average | 1.55% | — | $1,775* |
| Barber County | 1.66% | $92,700 | $1,542 |
| Edwards County | 1.59% | $70,500 | $1,123 |
| Kingman County | 1.78% | $107,400 | $1,916 |
| Kiowa County | 1.16% | $152,400 | $1,766 |
| Reno County | 1.74% | $125,000 | $2,180 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Pratt County's median home value of $114,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Pratt County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kansas?
At 1.76%, Pratt County is higher than the Kansas state average of 1.55%. On a home at the county median of $114,500, that means about $2,015 per year — versus $1,775 at the state average rate, a difference of $240 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Pratt County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Pratt County?
For a home at the county median value of $114,500, the annual property tax in Pratt County is approximately $2,015 — or about $168 per month. For a home worth $171,750, expect around $3,023 per year. For a $229,000 home, approximately $4,030 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Pratt County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Pratt County are handled by the Pratt 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 Pratt 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 1.76% shown here. Contact the Pratt 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