Updated 2025 Tax Year

Anderson County
Property Tax Guide

Everything you need to know about property taxes in Anderson County, KS. Rates, due dates, exemptions, and how it affects your monthly payment.

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Tax Rate

Varies by location due to different school districts and special taxing jurisdictions within Anderson County

1st Due

Dec 20

2nd Due

May 10

Exemptions

4+ Available

Section 1

How Property Tax Works

Anderson County, Kansas operates on a property tax system that serves as the primary funding source for essential local services including public schools, county government operations, fire protection, and various special districts. Property taxes in Anderson County are calculated based on the assessed value of real estate, which is determined by the county appraiser and reassessed periodically to reflect current market conditions.

For the 2025 tax year, Anderson County collected approximately $19.5 million in property taxes, representing a 2.0% increase from the previous year. The effective tax rate varies significantly depending on your specific location within the county, as different areas are served by different school districts, fire districts, and other special taxing jurisdictions. Property owners should expect their actual tax rate to differ based on which combination of these special districts serve their property.

Property tax bills in Anderson County fund critical services and infrastructure, making them a vital component of the local government financing structure. Understanding how your specific tax burden is calculated can help you better plan for this significant annual expense and take advantage of any available tax credits that require application.

Section 2

What Makes Up Your Tax Bill

Based on the 2025 levy year data for Anderson County, the consolidated tax rate information shows:

Component	Rate (per $1,000 assessed value)	Description
Total County Rate	$42.12	Combined rate for all taxing jurisdictions
County General	Varies by district	Basic county services and operations
School Districts	Varies by district	Local school funding and bond payments
Fire Districts	Varies by district	Fire protection and emergency services
Special Assessments	Varies by location	Road districts, drainage, other local improvements

Important Note: The total rate of $42.12 per $1,000 of assessed value represents a composite rate, but your actual rate will depend on the specific combination of taxing districts that serve your property location. School district boundaries, fire district coverage areas, and special improvement districts all affect your final tax rate. Contact the Anderson County Clerk's office for your property's specific district assignments and corresponding tax rates.

Rates shown are for Levy Year 2025 and may be subject to updates as final budgets are approved by each taxing jurisdiction.

Section 3

When Are Property Taxes Due?

For the 2025/2026 tax year in Anderson County, property taxes are due in two installments:

First Installment

Dec 20

Delinquent after Dec 10

Second Installment

May 10

Delinquent after Apr 10

Pro tip: If you pay through mortgage escrow, your lender splits these payments across your monthly mortgage. If you pay directly, set calendar reminders to avoid late penalties.

Section 4

Supplemental Tax Bills

Supplemental taxes in Anderson County are additional property tax assessments that occur when there are changes to property ownership, value, or use outside of the regular assessment cycle. These taxes ensure that property tax obligations are properly allocated throughout the tax year based on actual property conditions and ownership.

Common triggers for supplemental taxes include: change of ownership (sale/transfer of property), new construction or substantial improvements that increase property value, changes in property use (such as agricultural to residential), and corrections to previous assessments discovered by the county appraiser. When a supplemental assessment is issued, it covers the period from when the change occurred through the end of the current tax year.

Example: If you purchase a newly constructed home in Anderson County in March 2025 valued at $400,000, and the previous assessment was based on vacant land worth $50,000, a supplemental tax would be calculated on the $350,000 difference. Using the county's tax rate of $42.12 per $1,000, the supplemental tax would be approximately $1,474 ($350,000 ÷ $1,000 × $42.12) prorated for the remaining 9 months of the tax year, resulting in a supplemental bill of about $1,106.

Example Calculation

Here are three property tax calculation examples for Anderson County using the 2025 tax rates:

$300,000 Home Example:

Market Value: $300,000
Assessed Value (11.5% of market): $34,500
Less: Homestead Credit (if applied): -$3,000
Net Taxable Value: $31,500
Annual Tax ($31,500 × $42.12 ÷ $1,000): $1,327
Monthly Escrow: $111

$600,000 Home Example:

Market Value: $600,000
Assessed Value (11.5% of market): $69,000
Less: Homestead Credit (if applied): -$3,000
Net Taxable Value: $66,000
Annual Tax ($66,000 × $42.12 ÷ $1,000): $2,780
Monthly Escrow: $232

$1,000,000 Home Example:

Market Value: $1,000,000
Assessed Value (11.5% of market): $115,000
Less: Homestead Credit (if applied): -$3,000
Net Taxable Value: $112,000
Annual Tax ($112,000 × $42.12 ÷ $1,000): $4,717
Monthly Escrow: $393

Note: Tax credits shown require annual application and approval. Actual rates may vary based on your property's specific taxing districts. Contact the Anderson County Appraiser for current credit applications and deadlines.

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Section 5

Escrow & Property Taxes

Most mortgage lenders in Anderson County require property tax escrow accounts to ensure timely payment of property taxes. Your lender collects a portion of your estimated annual property tax bill with each monthly mortgage payment, holding these funds in an escrow account until taxes are due on November 15th each year.

Lenders typically review and adjust escrow accounts annually based on actual tax bills and any changes in assessed value or tax rates. If your property taxes increase, your monthly escrow payment may be adjusted upward, sometimes requiring a one-time payment to bring the account to the required balance. Conversely, if taxes decrease, you may receive a refund or see reduced monthly payments.

It's important to review your annual escrow analysis statement and verify that your lender is using the correct tax amount. If you've applied for and received tax credits like the homestead credit, ensure your mortgage company has updated their records accordingly. You can also request that your lender pay taxes early if funds are available, though most will pay close to the November 15th deadline. Property owners without escrow accounts are responsible for making direct payments to Anderson County by the due date to avoid penalties and interest charges.

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Section 6

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When are property taxes due in Anderson County for the current fiscal year? A: Property taxes are due by November 15th each year. For the 2025 tax year, taxes must be paid by November 15, 2025, to avoid penalties and interest charges.

Q: What tax credits are available and do they require application? A: Anderson County offers several tax credits that must be applied for annually, including the Homestead Credit for primary residences, Disabled Veteran Credit, and Senior Citizen Credit. These are tax credits that reduce your tax bill, not exemptions that reduce assessed value. Applications must be filed with the County Appraiser's office by the specified deadlines.

Q: How does the Homestead Credit work? A: The Homestead Credit in Kansas caps the annual increase in your property's assessed value, typically limiting increases to no more than a certain percentage each year. This credit does not reduce your home's market value but helps control assessment growth over time. You must apply for this credit - it is not automatic - and must reapply if you move to a different property.

Q: How often are properties reassessed in Anderson County? A: Anderson County conducts regular reassessments to maintain current market values. Property owners receive assessment notices by mail and have 30 days to file an equalization appeal or 60 days to request a single property appraisal if they disagree with their assessed value.

Q: What are the penalties for late payment? A: Property taxes not paid by November 15th become delinquent and accrue interest. Contact the Anderson County Treasurer's office for current interest rates and penalty structures that apply to late payments.

Q: Can I pay my property taxes online? A: Check with the Anderson County Treasurer's office for available online payment options and accepted payment methods. Many Kansas counties offer online payment portals for property tax payments.

Q: Why did my tax bill increase even though tax rates stayed the same? A: Tax bills can increase due to rising property values (reassessment), new special district assessments, voter-approved bond measures, or changes in the mix of taxing jurisdictions serving your property. Contact the County Appraiser to understand specific factors affecting your assessment.

Q: How do special districts affect my tax rate? A: Anderson County contains multiple special taxing districts including school districts, fire districts, and road districts. Your total tax rate depends on which combination of these districts serve your specific property location. Properties in different areas of the county may have significantly different total tax rates due to district variations.

Verified Sources

Backed by 10 Official Government Sources

Every fact in this guide is sourced from official county, state, and federal documents.

Table of Contents Introduction Department Officials ---------- ...ksrevenue.gov

State

State of Kansas - Special Districtadmin.ks.gov

Tax Doc

2025 Property Taxares.sncoapps.us

Tax Doc

Property Tax Calendarksrevenue.gov

County

County Clerk's Handbookksrevenue.gov

New Section 1. (a) On and after January 1, 2014, ankslegislature.gov

2023 Annual Report for the Kansas Department of Revenuekansascommerce.gov

SB 308 Senate Bill - Bill Analysisleginfo.ca.gov

Vol. 25, No. 42 October 19, 2006 Pages 1475-1510sos.ks.gov

NOV 1 9 2024admin.ks.gov

All sources verified as of 2025 Tax Year

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