Fulton County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 1,598.
The median annual property tax in Fulton County is $562, which is 49% lower than the Kentucky state average and 71% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $78,100. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$562
-49% vs State
-71% vs US
Median Home Value
$78,100
-48% vs State
-63% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
+0% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,053
$88/mo
Without Mortgage
$447
$37/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 | $562 +5.0% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $535 +2.1% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $524 -1.3% | 0.78% |
| 2020 | $531 -1.1% | 0.83% |
| 2019 | $537 | 0.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$36,834
per year
Monthly Tax
$47
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Ohio County
Tax: $695/yr Rate: 0.61%
Nicholas County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.57%
Spencer County
Tax: $2,118/yr Rate: 0.71%
Meade County
Tax: $1,386/yr Rate: 0.71%
Robertson County
Tax: $828/yr Rate: 0.67%
Bullitt County
Tax: $1,994/yr Rate: 0.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fulton County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fulton County is $562 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $78,100.
How does Fulton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fulton County are 71% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.72% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fulton County? ▼
In Fulton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,053 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $447. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fulton County? ▼
Property taxes in Fulton County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $36,834. 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.