Rawlins County, KS Property Tax: $1,651/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Rawlins County is 1.66% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $99,400, that works out to about $1,650 per year, or $138 per month. Rawlins County is located in northwestern Kansas, and is home to approximately 2,533 residents.
About Rawlins County
Rawlins County covers approximately 1,069.4 square miles in Kansas. The county is home to about 2,533 residents living in roughly 1,363 housing units, of which 58.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $65,000, and the median home was built in 1956.
Rawlins County borders Cheyenne County, Decatur County, Sherman County, Thomas 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 Rawlins County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Rawlins County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rawlins County, KS | 1.66% | $99,400 | $1,650 |
| Kansas state average | 1.55% | — | $1,541* |
| Cheyenne County | 1.40% | $119,300 | $1,673 |
| Decatur County | 1.79% | $78,500 | $1,408 |
| Sherman County | 1.57% | $126,300 | $1,986 |
| Thomas County | 1.32% | $165,900 | $2,192 |
| Dundy County | 0.82% | $118,200 | $971 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Rawlins County's median home value of $99,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Rawlins County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kansas?
At 1.66%, Rawlins County is higher than the Kansas state average of 1.55%. On a home at the county median of $99,400, that means about $1,650 per year — versus $1,541 at the state average rate, a difference of $109 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Rawlins County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Rawlins County?
For a home at the county median value of $99,400, the annual property tax in Rawlins County is approximately $1,650 — or about $138 per month. For a home worth $149,100, expect around $2,475 per year. For a $198,800 home, approximately $3,300 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Rawlins County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Rawlins County are handled by the Rawlins 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 Rawlins 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 1.66% shown here. Contact the Rawlins 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