Bullitt County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 26,367.
The median annual property tax in Bullitt County is $1,994, which is 82% higher than the Kentucky state average and 4% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $233,700. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,994
+82% vs State
+4% vs US
Median Home Value
$233,700
+56% vs State
+10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.85%
+18% vs State
-11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,145
$179/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,693
$141/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 | $1,994 +7.5% | 0.85% |
| 2022 | $1,855 +9.2% | 0.87% |
| 2021 | $1,699 +6.0% | 0.93% |
| 2020 | $1,603 +3.3% | 0.94% |
| 2019 | $1,552 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,640
per year
Monthly Tax
$166
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Hart County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.75%
Washington County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 0.72%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,455/yr Rate: 0.88%
Oldham County
Tax: $3,454/yr Rate: 0.92%
Todd County
Tax: $870/yr Rate: 0.55%
Crittenden County
Tax: $650/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bullitt County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bullitt County is $1,994 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $233,700.
How does Bullitt County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bullitt County are 4% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.85% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bullitt County? ▼
In Bullitt County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,145 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,693. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bullitt County? ▼
Property taxes in Bullitt County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $77,640. 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.