Jefferson County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 203,618.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,023, which is 85% higher than the Kentucky state average and 5% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $237,200. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,023
+85% vs State
+5% vs US
Median Home Value
$237,200
+58% vs State
+12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.85%
+18% vs State
-11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,120
$177/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,864
$155/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 | $2,023 +6.2% | 0.85% |
| 2022 | $1,905 +9.0% | 0.86% |
| 2021 | $1,748 +7.1% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $1,632 +2.2% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $1,597 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,849
per year
Monthly Tax
$169
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Ohio County
Tax: $695/yr Rate: 0.61%
Knox County
Tax: $803/yr Rate: 0.74%
Crittenden County
Tax: $650/yr Rate: 0.56%
Edmonson County
Tax: $795/yr Rate: 0.58%
Martin County
Tax: $657/yr Rate: 0.77%
Calloway County
Tax: $1,215/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,023 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $237,200.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 5% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.85% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,120 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,864. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $67,849. 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.