Daviess County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 27,479.
The median annual property tax in Daviess County is $1,595, which is 46% higher than the Kentucky state average and 17% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $185,800. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,595
+46% vs State
-17% vs US
Median Home Value
$185,800
+24% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.86%
+19% vs State
-9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,770
$148/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,390
$116/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 | $1,595 +5.2% | 0.86% |
| 2022 | $1,516 +7.7% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,407 +3.4% | 0.93% |
| 2020 | $1,361 +7.4% | 0.95% |
| 2019 | $1,267 | 0.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,323
per year
Monthly Tax
$133
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Breathitt County
Tax: $521/yr Rate: 0.84%
Estill County
Tax: $773/yr Rate: 0.69%
Rockcastle County
Tax: $574/yr Rate: 0.48%
Fleming County
Tax: $824/yr Rate: 0.72%
Harlan County
Tax: $722/yr Rate: 0.99%
Meade County
Tax: $1,386/yr Rate: 0.71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Daviess County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Daviess County is $1,595 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $185,800.
How does Daviess County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Daviess County are 17% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.86% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Daviess County? ▼
In Daviess County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,770 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,390. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Daviess County? ▼
Property taxes in Daviess County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $65,323. 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.