Topeka Relocation Guide 2008 - (Page 30) Demographics and Taxes Percent of Population in Shawnee County 20-24 years old 25-34 35-49 50+ Source: American Fact Finder, U.S. Census, 2006 6.5% 13.4% 21.5% 32.0% taxeS Personal Income Tax • Married Individuals Filing Joint Returns If the taxable income is: the tax is: Not over $30,000 3.5% of Kansas taxable income Shawnee County Total housing units Total households Total population Median income Mean income 72,589 71, 448 172,693 $44,052 $55,772 95,225 92,135 228,894 $41,812 $49,381 Over $30,000 but not over $60,000 $1,050 plus 6.25% of amount over $30,000 Over $60,000 • All Other Individuals If the taxable income is: Not over $15,000 Over $15,000 but not over $30,000 Over $30,000 $2,925 plus 6.45% of amount over $60,000 …the tax is: 3.5% of Kansas taxable income $525 plus 6.25% of amount over $15,000 $1,462.50 plus 6.45% of amount over $30,000 Topeka MSA (five-county area)** Total housing units Total households Total population Median income Mean income Sales Tax The sales tax rate for the City of Topeka is 5.3 percent state, plus 1 percent city, 0.5 percent county, and 0.65 percent Washburn University, for a total of 7.45 percent. **Includes data for Shawnee County (2006) and Jackson, Jefferson, Osage, and Wabaunsee counties (2000). Source: American Fact Finder, U.S. Census Local Government City Government County Government Mayor-Council-City Manager (nine-member council) County Commissioners (three commissioners) Property Tax Residential property is assessed at 11.5 percent of fair market value; vacant lots are assessed at 12 percent of fair market value. Personal property tax on automobiles, motorized vehicles, and boats is assessed annually and based on year, make, and model. The tax is computed on manufacturer’s original retail price with annual depreciation. Commercial and industrial real property is assessed at 25 percent of fair market value. All business machinery and equipment purchased after July 1, 2006, is not taxable. Machinery and equipment purchased prior to July 1, 2006, is taxable; however, there is a minimum threshold of $1,500 for machinery and equipment already on the books. A refundable state income tax credit of 25 percent of the amount of personal property tax paid on machinery and equipment is available. SMall town liFe If living in a small town is your dream… you can find the perfect place in the Topeka/Shawnee County area. There are several small towns to choose from, all offering small town living with excellent housing and schools while maintaining access to Topeka’s amenities and resources. Auburn Located in southwest Shawnee County Population: 1,100 City of Auburn: 785-256-2426 Auburn-Washburn School District: 785-339-4000 Mill Levy Year 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 Total Tax Rate for Unit #1 143.262 139.830 141.24 147.497 143.729 144.554 Silver Lake Located northwest of Topeka Population: 1,354 City of Silver Lake: 785-582-4280 Silver Lake School District: 785-582-4026 Rossville Located in northwest Shawnee County Population: 1,009 City of Rossville: 785-584-6349 Kaw Valley School District: 785-437-2254 Transient Guest Tax There is a 6 percent tax added to hotel/motel room bills for stays up to 28 days. 30 Topek a Reloc at ion Gu ide 20 08
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