Sales & Property Tax

Sales and use tax

Sales tax is collected on the purchase of taxable goods and services. We have a 1% sales tax to support general operations and a 3/8th-cent sales tax for street maintenance, park improvements, recreational facilities, and civic/cultural amenities. The City also receives a portion of selected county sales tax revenues.

The sales tax rate in Lenexa is generally 9.35%, and is divided between the city, county and state.

• State of Kansas = 6.500% (sales tax for food is 2%)
• Johnson County = 1.475%
• City of Lenexa = 1.375%

Community Improvement Districts (CID) have an additional 1% to 2% sales tax, making the total tax rate between 10.35% and 11.35% in these specific locations. You will find a list of CIDs in the annual budget document, under the Department/Fund Budgets section.

As of January 1, 2023, certain foods are subject to reduced sales tax rates. For information, see the Kansas Department of Revenue’s Publication KS-1223 or contact the Kansas Department of Revenue.

3/8^th-cent sales tax

In 2008, residents approved a 3/8^th-cent sales tax increase to help maintain the city’s roads, improve existing park facilities and provide new recreational opportunities. The sales tax became effective on Oct. 1, 2008, and will expire in 2028.

Tax collection and distribution

Sales and use taxes are collected by businesses and remitted to the Kansas Department of Revenue. The Department of Revenue distributes the sales and use taxes to the City on a monthly basis. Additional information regarding sales tax rates and purchases exempt from sales tax (KSA 79-3606b) can be obtained from the Kansas Department of Revenue or by calling the Taxpayer Assistance Center at 785.368.8222.

Property tax

Your property’s total tax rate, or mill levy, includes levies for the State of Kansas, Johnson County Government, Johnson County Community College, and the respective school district.

The 2024 mill levy rate is $29.102 per $1,000 of assessed valuation.

This represents around 24% to 25% of the total property tax paid by each property in Lenexa. The percentage of property tax we receive depends on which school district serves your property.