Estill County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 4,269.
The median annual property tax in Estill County is $773, which is 29% lower than the Kentucky state average and 60% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $111,900. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$773
-29% vs State
-60% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,900
-25% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
-4% vs State
-27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,085
$90/mo
Without Mortgage
$580
$48/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 | $773 +5.7% | 0.69% |
| 2022 | $731 +14.8% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $637 -2.3% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $652 +3.5% | 0.83% |
| 2019 | $630 | 0.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,905
per year
Monthly Tax
$64
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Franklin County
Tax: $1,672/yr Rate: 0.84%
Trigg County
Tax: $1,065/yr Rate: 0.55%
Oldham County
Tax: $3,454/yr Rate: 0.92%
Hart County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.75%
Trimble County
Tax: $1,175/yr Rate: 0.68%
Knott County
Tax: $536/yr Rate: 0.72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Estill County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Estill County is $773 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $111,900.
How does Estill County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Estill County are 60% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Estill County? ▼
In Estill County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,085 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $580. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Estill County? ▼
Property taxes in Estill County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $43,905. 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.