FIPS: 20009 • Seat: Great Bend

Barton County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor

Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Barton County, Kansas.

Tax Rate 1.34% Effective Rate
Median Home $185k Census ACS Value
Annual Tax $2479 Estimated Median
Assessment Ratio 11.5% Statutory Level

Barton County Assessor's Office Information

Physical Address

Barton County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Great Bend, KS 20001

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Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)

Closed on state & federal holidays.

Telephone / Contact

(785) 853-7179

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Barton County Property Tax Calculator

Estimated using Barton County's effective tax rate of 1.34% (Assessment ratio: 11.5%)

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* Estimates do not account for local municipal surcharges, special district levies (MUD / ISD), or individual homestead exemption deductions.
Estimated Annual Tax
$285
per year
Monthly Escrow $24/mo
Assessed Value $21.275
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Appealing Your Barton County Assessment

Statutory Protest Deadline:

Within 30 days of the date the valuation notice was mailed (typically late March).

Under Kansas property tax law, property owners in Barton County have the legal right to challenge an assessed valuation that exceeds fair market value, is unequally appraised compared to neighboring properties, or contains clerical errors.

Step 1: Informal Review

Contact the Barton County Assessor's Office to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).

Step 2: Formal Hearing

If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the Kansas Board of Tax Appeals (BOTA) before the statutory deadline.

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Was Your Barton County Home Over-Assessed This Year?

Studies show up to 30% to 60% of US residential properties are overvalued by automated municipal algorithms. Protesting your assessment before the statutory deadline can lower your tax bill by an average of $1,100/year.

⏰ Key Deadline: Within 30 days of the date the valuation notice was mailed (typically late March).

Barton County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief

Homeowners in Barton County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:

General Homestead Exemption:

First $42,000 of appraised valuation of residential property is exempt from the statewide 20-mill school levy.

Seniors & Disabled Veterans:

SAFESR (Kansas Property Tax Relief for Low-Income Seniors) refunds property taxes for seniors 65+ with income under $23,700.

Public Records & Deeds Official Recording Partner

Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Barton County?

While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Barton County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Barton County Property Appraiser office located?

The official Barton County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Barton County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Great Bend, KS 20001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (785) 853-7179.

What is the property tax rate in Barton County, KS?

The average effective property tax rate in Barton County is approximately 1.34%. For a home with the median county market value of $185.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $2479 per year.

How do I search for a property or parcel in Barton County?

You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Barton County parcel search portal: https://greatbendks.gov/assessor/parcel-search.

When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Barton County?

Property valuation protests and appeals in Barton County must be submitted by: Within 30 days of the date the valuation notice was mailed (typically late March). Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the Kansas Board of Tax Appeals (BOTA).

How does the Homestead Exemption work in Barton County?

First $42,000 of appraised valuation of residential property is exempt from the statewide 20-mill school levy. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (SAFESR (Kansas Property Tax Relief for Low-Income Seniors) refunds property taxes for seniors 65+ with income under $23,700.).

Adjacent & Neighboring County Appraisers

County Overview

County Seat: Great Bend
Population (2023): 24.899
Land Area: 895 sq mi
Tax Assessor Ratio: 11.5%
State Agency: Kansas Dept of Revenue
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