Breckinridge County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 6,272.
The median annual property tax in Breckinridge County is $855, which is 22% lower than the Kentucky state average and 56% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $141,400. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$855
-22% vs State
-56% vs US
Median Home Value
$141,400
-6% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-17% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,113
$93/mo
Without Mortgage
$693
$58/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $855 -3.6% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $887 +11.3% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $797 +3.8% | 0.75% |
| 2020 | $768 +1.9% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $754 | 0.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,673
per year
Monthly Tax
$71
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Whitley County
Tax: $792/yr Rate: 0.66%
Crittenden County
Tax: $650/yr Rate: 0.56%
Anderson County
Tax: $1,698/yr Rate: 0.80%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,455/yr Rate: 0.88%
Carter County
Tax: $622/yr Rate: 0.49%
Bullitt County
Tax: $1,994/yr Rate: 0.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Breckinridge County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Breckinridge County is $855 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $141,400.
How does Breckinridge County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Breckinridge County are 56% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Breckinridge County? ▼
In Breckinridge County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,113 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $693. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Breckinridge County? ▼
Property taxes in Breckinridge County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $53,673. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.