Washington County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 3,634.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,205, which is 10% higher than the Kentucky state average and 37% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $168,300. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,205
+10% vs State
-37% vs US
Median Home Value
$168,300
+12% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
+0% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,320
$110/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,014
$85/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 | $1,205 +4.2% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $1,156 +11.4% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $1,038 +9.8% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $945 -2.4% | 0.76% |
| 2019 | $968 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,762
per year
Monthly Tax
$100
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Carlisle County
Tax: $887/yr Rate: 0.85%
Jackson County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.64%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 0.75%
Simpson County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.64%
Bell County
Tax: $617/yr Rate: 0.74%
Gallatin County
Tax: $1,368/yr Rate: 0.81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,205 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $168,300.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 37% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.72% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,320 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,014. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $59,762. 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.