Whitley County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 9,055.
The median annual property tax in Whitley County is $792, which is 28% lower than the Kentucky state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $120,600. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$792
-28% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$120,600
-20% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
-8% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,103
$92/mo
Without Mortgage
$531
$44/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 | $792 -4.0% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $825 -0.5% | 0.72% |
| 2021 | $829 +12.2% | 0.75% |
| 2020 | $739 +13.7% | 0.71% |
| 2019 | $650 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$41,719
per year
Monthly Tax
$66
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Fayette County
Tax: $2,425/yr Rate: 0.89%
Washington County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 0.72%
Allen County
Tax: $972/yr Rate: 0.55%
Carter County
Tax: $622/yr Rate: 0.49%
Henry County
Tax: $1,489/yr Rate: 0.82%
Muhlenberg County
Tax: $842/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Whitley County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Whitley County is $792 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $120,600.
How does Whitley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Whitley County are 59% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Whitley County? ▼
In Whitley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,103 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $531. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Whitley County? ▼
Property taxes in Whitley County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $41,719. 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.