Hopkins County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 13,037.
The median annual property tax in Hopkins County is $1,057, which is 3% lower than the Kentucky state average and 45% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $128,800. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,057
-3% vs State
-45% vs US
Median Home Value
$128,800
-14% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
+14% vs State
-14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,238
$103/mo
Without Mortgage
$795
$66/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 | $1,057 +5.0% | 0.82% |
| 2022 | $1,007 +4.6% | 0.80% |
| 2021 | $963 +4.6% | 0.85% |
| 2020 | $921 +0.4% | 0.86% |
| 2019 | $917 | 0.84% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,610
per year
Monthly Tax
$88
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Whitley County
Tax: $792/yr Rate: 0.66%
Barren County
Tax: $1,212/yr Rate: 0.73%
Green County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.63%
Owen County
Tax: $1,231/yr Rate: 0.75%
Harrison County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 0.68%
Daviess County
Tax: $1,595/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hopkins County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hopkins County is $1,057 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $128,800.
How does Hopkins County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hopkins County are 45% 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 Hopkins County? ▼
In Hopkins County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,238 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $795. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hopkins County? ▼
Property taxes in Hopkins County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $57,610. 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.