Henry County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 4,660.
The median annual property tax in Henry County is $1,489, which is 36% higher than the Kentucky state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $181,300. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,489
+36% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$181,300
+21% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
+14% vs State
-14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,659
$138/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,274
$106/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 | $1,489 +3.8% | 0.82% |
| 2022 | $1,435 +4.7% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,370 +4.7% | 0.97% |
| 2020 | $1,309 +2.9% | 0.98% |
| 2019 | $1,272 | 0.99% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,736
per year
Monthly Tax
$124
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
McLean County
Tax: $984/yr Rate: 0.68%
Washington County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 0.72%
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,010/yr Rate: 0.65%
Clark County
Tax: $1,448/yr Rate: 0.73%
Wolfe County
Tax: $391/yr Rate: 0.59%
Graves County
Tax: $929/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Henry County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Henry County is $1,489 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $181,300.
How does Henry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Henry County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.82% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Henry County? ▼
In Henry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,659 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,274. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Henry County? ▼
Property taxes in Henry County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $60,736. 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.