Pendleton County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 3,946.
The median annual property tax in Pendleton County is $1,246, which is 14% higher than the Kentucky state average and 35% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $160,800. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,246
+14% vs State
-35% vs US
Median Home Value
$160,800
+7% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.77%
+7% vs State
-19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,460
$122/mo
Without Mortgage
$875
$73/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 | $1,246 +1.6% | 0.77% |
| 2022 | $1,226 -1.0% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $1,239 -2.4% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $1,270 +7.4% | 0.98% |
| 2019 | $1,183 | 1.02% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,601
per year
Monthly Tax
$104
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Wolfe County
Tax: $391/yr Rate: 0.59%
Harlan County
Tax: $722/yr Rate: 0.99%
Webster County
Tax: $961/yr Rate: 0.98%
Boyd County
Tax: $1,233/yr Rate: 0.98%
Breckinridge County
Tax: $855/yr Rate: 0.60%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 0.75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pendleton County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pendleton County is $1,246 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $160,800.
How does Pendleton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pendleton County are 35% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pendleton County? ▼
In Pendleton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,460 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $875. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pendleton County? ▼
Property taxes in Pendleton County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $66,601. 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.