Lincoln County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 7,530.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,020, which is 7% lower than the Kentucky state average and 47% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $139,300. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,020
-7% vs State
-47% vs US
Median Home Value
$139,300
-7% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.73%
+1% vs State
-23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,165
$97/mo
Without Mortgage
$771
$64/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 | $1,020 +3.8% | 0.73% |
| 2022 | $983 +14.3% | 0.76% |
| 2021 | $860 +11.3% | 0.75% |
| 2020 | $773 +1.0% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $765 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,862
per year
Monthly Tax
$85
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Carroll County
Tax: $982/yr Rate: 0.76%
Jessamine County
Tax: $1,889/yr Rate: 0.77%
Hopkins County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.82%
Lyon County
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.55%
Carlisle County
Tax: $887/yr Rate: 0.85%
Allen County
Tax: $972/yr Rate: 0.55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,020 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $139,300.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 47% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.73% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,165 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $771. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $50,862. 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.