Trigg County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 4,462.
The median annual property tax in Trigg County is $1,065, which is 3% lower than the Kentucky state average and 45% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $192,000. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,065
-3% vs State
-45% vs US
Median Home Value
$192,000
+28% vs State
-9% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.55%
-24% vs State
-42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,240
$103/mo
Without Mortgage
$777
$65/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 | $1,065 +4.7% | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $1,017 +2.3% | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $994 +5.3% | 0.62% |
| 2020 | $944 +13.6% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $831 | 0.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,630
per year
Monthly Tax
$89
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Butler County
Tax: $594/yr Rate: 0.56%
Livingston County
Tax: $731/yr Rate: 0.63%
Mercer County
Tax: $1,553/yr Rate: 0.82%
Letcher County
Tax: $657/yr Rate: 0.93%
Boyle County
Tax: $1,712/yr Rate: 0.85%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Trigg County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Trigg County is $1,065 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $192,000.
How does Trigg County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Trigg County are 45% 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 Trigg County? ▼
In Trigg County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,240 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $777. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Trigg County? ▼
Property taxes in Trigg County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $54,630. 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.