Russell County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 5,300.
The median annual property tax in Russell County is $872, which is 20% lower than the Kentucky state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $148,200. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$872
-20% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$148,200
-1% vs State
-30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.59%
-18% vs State
-38% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,151
$96/mo
Without Mortgage
$589
$49/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 | $872 +13.5% | 0.59% |
| 2022 | $768 +2.7% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $748 +0.7% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $743 +8.3% | 0.75% |
| 2019 | $686 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,520
per year
Monthly Tax
$73
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Monroe County
Tax: $892/yr Rate: 0.77%
Owsley County
Tax: $562/yr Rate: 0.70%
Elliott County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.69%
Gallatin County
Tax: $1,368/yr Rate: 0.81%
Bath County
Tax: $817/yr Rate: 0.73%
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,020/yr Rate: 0.73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Russell County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Russell County is $872 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $148,200.
How does Russell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Russell County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.59% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Russell County? ▼
In Russell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,151 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $589. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Russell County? ▼
Property taxes in Russell County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $50,520. 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.