Wichita City Property Records in Kansas

Wichita property records document ownership, transfers, legal descriptions, mortgages, plats, parcel boundaries, assessed values, and property tax history for real estate in Wichita, Kansas. Users can access recorded deeds, mortgages, releases, and plats through the Sedgwick County Register of Deeds. Ownership details, appraisal values, property characteristics, and parcel information are available from the Sedgwick County Appraiser’s Office. Property tax bills, balances, and payment history can be obtained through the Sedgwick County Treasurer’s Office. Parcel maps and GIS-based property data may be accessed through Sedgwick County Geographic Information Services (GIS) and related resources provided by the City of Wichita. For court-related property matters—such as foreclosures, judgments, probate issues, or liens—users may search records through the Sedgwick County District Court.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$63,072
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$179,500
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$2,122
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
1%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$960 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
58%
Population
Population:
396,488

Wichita Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section shows reported crime in Wichita, divided into violent crimes and property crimes. The violent crime figures cover murder, robbery, and assault. The property crime figures cover total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

Wichita reported 33 murders, 197 robberies, and 1,769 assaults. Property crimes totaled 9,108, including 1,039 burglaries and 986 motor vehicle thefts.

These counts show how many incidents were reported in each category. Readers can use them to see which types of crime were reported most often in Wichita. Because the figures are raw counts, they do not show how common crime is relative to the city's population.

Robberies
Robberies:
197
Burglary
Burglary:
1039
Murder
Murder:
33
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
986
Theft
Theft:
7083
Assault
Assault:
1769
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
131

What Is the Population Profile of Wichita

Wichita's racial and ethnic composition is shown by population count and percentage. White residents make up the largest group at 60% (238,741 people), followed by Hispanic residents at 18% (73,093 people) and Black residents at 10% (37,904 people). Residents of two or more races account for 6% (24,103 people), and Asian residents for 5% (18,821 people).

White
60%
238,741
Hispanic
18%
73,093
Black
10%
37,904
Two + Races
6%
24,103
Asian
5%
18,821
Other Race
0.49%
1,943
American Indian
0.46%
1,812
Pacific Islander
0.02%
71

Wichita, Ratings Compared Across Kansas A-

Wichita's city ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The highest-rated categories are Access to Parks (A), Diversity (A), and Nightlife (A-). Other notable ratings include Cost of Living (B+), Public Schools (B-), and Housing (B). The ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B-
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B+
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B+
Nightlife
Nightlife
A-
Weather
Weather
B+
Commute
Commute
A-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B+
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B+
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
B+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B+
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A-
Housing
Housing
B
Jobs
Jobs
B
Walkability
Walkability
B

How Educated Is Wichita

Wichita's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (26%), Bachelor Degree (20%), and Some College (15%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
26%
Bachelor Degree
20%
Some College
15%
Below High School
12%
Masters Degree
9%
Associate Degree
8%
Doctorate
1%

When Were Homes Built

Wichita's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (26%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (24%) and 1960 - 1979 (22%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1940 - 1959
26%
1980 - 1999
24%
1960 - 1979
22%
2000 - Present
18%
Before 1939
10%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Wichita's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (34%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (28%) and 4 Bedrooms (15%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
34%
2 Bedrooms
28%
4 Bedrooms
15%
1 Bedroom
12%
5 or More Bedrooms
8%
No Bedrooms
3%

What Is the Average Age

Wichita's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (15%), 25 - 34 (15%), and 35 - 44 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.

25 - 34
15%
65 Plus
15%
Under 10
13%
35 - 44
13%
55 - 64
12%
10 - 17
12%
45 - 54
11%
18 - 24
10%

Property Market Trends at Wichita

Wichita's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $179,500. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $960 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Wichita's dynamic real estate landscape.

Wichita Assessor Office

Sedgwick County Appraiser's Office

Street:
271 W. Third Street N.
City:
Wichita
County:
Sedgwick
State:
KS
Zip Code:
67202
Phone:
316-660-9000
Fax:
316-660-9219
Hours:
Monday - Friday (8AM - 5PM)

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