Wabaunsee County, KS Property Tax: $2,270/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Wabaunsee County is 1.27% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $178,200, that works out to about $2,263 per year, or $189 per month. Wabaunsee County is located in central Kansas, and is home to approximately 6,961 residents.
About Wabaunsee County
Wabaunsee County covers approximately 794.3 square miles in Kansas. The county is home to about 6,961 residents living in roughly 3,135 housing units, of which 66.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $70,536, and the median home was built in 1966.
Wabaunsee County borders Geary County, Lyon County, Morris County, Osage County, Pottawatomie 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 Wabaunsee County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Wabaunsee County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wabaunsee County, KS | 1.27% | $178,200 | $2,263 |
| Kansas state average | 1.55% | — | $2,762* |
| Geary County | 1.54% | $165,000 | $2,537 |
| Lyon County | 1.60% | $142,200 | $2,272 |
| Morris County | 1.55% | $120,900 | $1,870 |
| Osage County | 1.60% | $142,800 | $2,282 |
| Pottawatomie County | 1.11% | $223,000 | $2,475 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Wabaunsee County's median home value of $178,200. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wabaunsee County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kansas?
At 1.27%, Wabaunsee County is lower than the Kansas state average of 1.55%. On a home at the county median of $178,200, that means about $2,263 per year — versus $2,762 at the state average rate, a difference of $499 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Wabaunsee County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Wabaunsee County?
For a home at the county median value of $178,200, the annual property tax in Wabaunsee County is approximately $2,263 — or about $189 per month. For a home worth $267,300, expect around $3,395 per year. For a $356,400 home, approximately $4,526 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Wabaunsee County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Wabaunsee County are handled by the Wabaunsee 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 Wabaunsee 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 1.27% shown here. Contact the Wabaunsee 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