Webster County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 3,592.
The median annual property tax in Webster County is $961, which is 12% lower than the Kentucky state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $97,600. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$961
-12% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$97,600
-35% vs State
-54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
+36% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,498
$125/mo
Without Mortgage
$620
$52/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 | $961 +10.8% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $867 +18.0% | 1.00% |
| 2021 | $735 +2.4% | 0.97% |
| 2020 | $718 +2.7% | 0.94% |
| 2019 | $699 | 0.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,786
per year
Monthly Tax
$80
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Nelson County
Tax: $1,782/yr Rate: 0.80%
Breathitt County
Tax: $521/yr Rate: 0.84%
Allen County
Tax: $972/yr Rate: 0.55%
Grant County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.72%
Trimble County
Tax: $1,175/yr Rate: 0.68%
Hancock County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Webster County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Webster County is $961 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $97,600.
How does Webster County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Webster County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Webster County? ▼
In Webster County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,498 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $620. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Webster County? ▼
Property taxes in Webster County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $58,786. 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.