Rowan County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 5,895.
The median annual property tax in Rowan County is $862, which is 21% lower than the Kentucky state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $155,900. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$862
-21% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,900
+4% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.55%
-24% vs State
-42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,104
$92/mo
Without Mortgage
$550
$46/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 | $862 +1.8% | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $847 +0.7% | 0.57% |
| 2021 | $841 +0.5% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $837 -2.8% | 0.66% |
| 2019 | $861 | 0.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,657
per year
Monthly Tax
$72
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Livingston County
Tax: $731/yr Rate: 0.63%
Adair County
Tax: $922/yr Rate: 0.68%
Powell County
Tax: $829/yr Rate: 0.58%
Bracken County
Tax: $1,093/yr Rate: 0.94%
Daviess County
Tax: $1,595/yr Rate: 0.86%
Jackson County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rowan County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rowan County is $862 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $155,900.
How does Rowan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rowan County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rowan County? ▼
In Rowan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,104 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $550. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rowan County? ▼
Property taxes in Rowan County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $53,657. 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.