Sales tax is collected on the purchase of taxable goods and services. We have a 1% sales tax to support general operations and a 3/8-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%
| Taxing jurisdiction |
Tax amount |
| State of Kansas |
6.500% |
| County - General Tax |
0.500% |
| County - Public Safety I Tax |
0.250% |
| County - Stormwater Tax |
0.100% |
| County - Public Safety II Tax |
0.250% |
| County - Research Triangle Tax |
0.125% |
| County - Public Safety III Tax |
0.250% |
| City of Lenexa - General Tax |
1.000% |
| City of Lenexa - Parks, roads and civic center |
0.375% |
| TOTAL |
9.350% |
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.
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.
In 2008, residents approved a 3/8-Cent Sales Tax 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.
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.
Shawnee Mission School District
Taxing jurisdiction and mill levy
State of Kansas = 1.500
Johnson County = 17.526
Johnson County Community College = 8.131
Johnson County Parks & Recreation District = 3.022
Johnson County Library = 3.812
City of Lenexa = 27.470
Shawnee Mission School District = 42.822
TOTAL MILL LEVY = 104.283
Desoto School District
Taxing jurisdiction and mill levy
State of Kansas = 1.500
Johnson County = 17.526
Johnson County Community College = 8.131
Johnson County Parks & Recreation District = 3.022
Johnson County Library = 3.812
City of Lenexa = 27.470
DeSoto School District = 53.051
Monticello Cemetery = 0.031
TOTAL MILL LEVY = 114.543
Olathe School District
Taxing jurisdiction and mill levy
State of Kansas = 1.500
Johnson County = 17.526
Johnson County Community College = 8.131
Johnson County Parks & Recreation District = 3.022
Johnson County Library = 3.812
City of Lenexa = 27.470
Olathe School District = 55.482
TOTAL MILL LEVY = 116.943
New in 2024, our property tax rebate pilot program provides property tax relief to income-eligible Lenexa homeowners who are 65 years or older or disabled veterans.
Learn who is eligible and how to apply