Hickman County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 1,226.
The median annual property tax in Hickman County is $756, which is 31% lower than the Kentucky state average and 61% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $92,300. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$756
-31% vs State
-61% vs US
Median Home Value
$92,300
-39% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
+14% vs State
-14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$989
$82/mo
Without Mortgage
$616
$51/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 | $756 -20.5% | 0.82% |
| 2022 | $951 +11.2% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $855 +4.8% | 1.00% |
| 2020 | $816 +20.2% | 0.96% |
| 2019 | $679 | 0.84% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,750
per year
Monthly Tax
$63
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Wayne County
Tax: $703/yr Rate: 0.58%
Leslie County
Tax: $532/yr Rate: 0.72%
Hopkins County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.82%
Madison County
Tax: $1,631/yr Rate: 0.74%
Simpson County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.64%
Monroe County
Tax: $892/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hickman County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hickman County is $756 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $92,300.
How does Hickman County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hickman County are 61% 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 Hickman County? ▼
In Hickman County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $989 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $616. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hickman County? ▼
Property taxes in Hickman County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $63,750. 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.