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Kentucky Property Tax Estimator
Estimate property tax for any county in Kentucky, based on median effective rates from the US Census Bureau. Covers 120 counties.
Lowest county rate
0.17%
Green County
Highest county rate
1.06%
Campbell County
Counties covered
120
Data vintage
2024
Adair County median effective rate0.56%
County median tax paid (2024)$971
Rates updated for June 2026
Estimated property tax for a $300,000 home in Adair County
Estimated annual
$1,680
Estimated monthly
$140
This is an estimate based on the county median effective rate, not a precise tax bill. Your actual property tax depends on your home's assessed value, local mill rate, and any exemptions you qualify for.
This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation. Rates last verified June 2026.
Verify rates on Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle FrittsKentucky property tax rates by county
Sorted highest to lowest median effective rate. Source: Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle Fritts.
| County | Median tax paid | Median effective rate | YoY change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campbell County | $2,556 | 1.06% | -0.6% |
| Kenton County | $2,395 | 0.96% | +1.7% |
| Greenup County | $1,171 | 0.94% | -10.8% |
| Oldham County | $3,519 | 0.92% | -1.2% |
| Henderson County | $1,548 | 0.86% | +3.2% |
| Jefferson County | $2,136 | 0.85% | +2.4% |
| Boone County | $2,372 | 0.84% | +1.2% |
| Bullitt County | $2,050 | 0.84% | -0.3% |
| Fayette County | $2,542 | 0.84% | +1.7% |
| Daviess County | $1,675 | 0.81% | +1.9% |
| Union County | $927 | 0.80% | +4.8% |
| Boyd County | $1,156 | 0.79% | -9.1% |
| McCracken County | $1,410 | 0.79% | +1.9% |
| Boyle County | $1,731 | 0.76% | -1.9% |
| Lee County | $705 | 0.76% | -1.7% |
| Clark County | $1,451 | 0.75% | -2.8% |
| Montgomery County | $1,265 | 0.75% | +0.4% |
| Harlan County | $732 | 0.74% | -1.7% |
| Nelson County | $1,891 | 0.74% | +2.9% |
| Bracken County | $1,149 | 0.73% | +2.0% |
| Franklin County | $1,716 | 0.73% | -0.4% |
| Henry County | $1,611 | 0.73% | +5.0% |
| Hopkins County | $1,104 | 0.73% | +1.3% |
| Jessamine County | $1,960 | 0.73% | +0.7% |
| Shelby County | $2,339 | 0.73% | +0.9% |
| Anderson County | $1,697 | 0.72% | -3.1% |
| Mercer County | $1,672 | 0.72% | +4.4% |
| Gallatin County | $1,476 | 0.71% | +4.7% |
| Madison County | $1,698 | 0.71% | +1.0% |
| Hart County | $965 | 0.68% | +0.1% |
| Webster County | $993 | 0.68% | +0.2% |
| Floyd County | $748 | 0.67% | +4.1% |
| Leslie County | $563 | 0.67% | +2.7% |
| Letcher County | $648 | 0.67% | -4.3% |
| Marshall County | $1,252 | 0.67% | -2.5% |
| Woodford County | $2,108 | 0.67% | +2.1% |
| Ballard County | $1,065 | 0.66% | -3.2% |
| Breathitt County | $510 | 0.66% | -5.0% |
| Grant County | $1,432 | 0.66% | +3.7% |
| Hancock County | $930 | 0.66% | -3.5% |
| McLean County | $954 | 0.66% | -6.0% |
| Meade County | $1,408 | 0.66% | -1.5% |
| Logan County | $1,010 | 0.65% | +3.7% |
| Pendleton County | $1,275 | 0.65% | -0.7% |
| Spencer County | $2,188 | 0.65% | +0.2% |
| Fulton County | $634 | 0.64% | +9.4% |
| Lincoln County | $1,066 | 0.64% | +1.4% |
| Mason County | $1,055 | 0.64% | +2.5% |
| Owen County | $1,220 | 0.64% | -3.9% |
| Pike County | $772 | 0.64% | -1.2% |
| Estill County | $799 | 0.63% | +0.3% |
| Hardin County | $1,480 | 0.63% | -1.1% |
| Trigg County | $1,162 | 0.63% | +5.8% |
| Carroll County | $1,070 | 0.62% | +5.7% |
| Scott County | $1,908 | 0.62% | +2.8% |
| Warren County | $1,668 | 0.62% | +3.9% |
| Calloway County | $1,195 | 0.61% | -4.6% |
| Lawrence County | $793 | 0.61% | +4.9% |
| Simpson County | $1,371 | 0.61% | +6.7% |
| Taylor County | $1,202 | 0.61% | -0.7% |
| Marion County | $1,157 | 0.60% | -0.1% |
| Perry County | $643 | 0.60% | -5.6% |
| Barren County | $1,212 | 0.59% | -3.0% |
| Christian County | $1,126 | 0.59% | +2.6% |
| Garrard County | $1,422 | 0.59% | +2.6% |
| Muhlenberg County | $790 | 0.59% | -9.0% |
| Graves County | $970 | 0.58% | +1.3% |
| Larue County | $1,104 | 0.58% | -4.2% |
| Ohio County | $753 | 0.58% | +5.1% |
| Owsley County | $570 | 0.58% | -1.6% |
| Washington County | $1,174 | 0.58% | -5.5% |
| Allen County | $1,046 | 0.57% | +4.4% |
| Bell County | $723 | 0.57% | +13.7% |
| Bourbon County | $1,627 | 0.57% | +1.0% |
| Fleming County | $866 | 0.57% | +1.9% |
| Johnson County | $792 | 0.57% | -4.9% |
| Lyon County | $1,196 | 0.57% | +14.2% |
| Whitley County | $849 | 0.57% | +4.0% |
| Adair County | $971 | 0.56% | +2.2% |
| Bath County | $850 | 0.56% | +0.9% |
| Martin County | $716 | 0.56% | +5.7% |
| Monroe County | $891 | 0.56% | -3.1% |
| Rowan County | $885 | 0.56% | -0.4% |
| Trimble County | $1,139 | 0.56% | -6.0% |
| Hickman County | $779 | 0.55% | 0.0% |
| Todd County | $909 | 0.55% | +1.4% |
| Breckinridge County | $916 | 0.54% | +3.9% |
| Casey County | $812 | 0.54% | -2.8% |
| Knox County | $779 | 0.54% | -5.9% |
| Livingston County | $770 | 0.54% | +2.2% |
| Morgan County | $780 | 0.54% | -5.7% |
| Caldwell County | $643 | 0.52% | +5.0% |
| Carlisle County | $945 | 0.51% | +3.3% |
| Cumberland County | $760 | 0.51% | -6.2% |
| Edmonson County | $881 | 0.51% | +7.5% |
| Knott County | $571 | 0.51% | +3.3% |
| Metcalfe County | $743 | 0.51% | -3.0% |
| Nicholas County | $729 | 0.51% | +4.1% |
| Butler County | $645 | 0.50% | +5.3% |
| Elliott County | $755 | 0.50% | +9.1% |
| Grayson County | $930 | 0.50% | +0.7% |
| Harrison County | $1,328 | 0.50% | +0.5% |
| Lewis County | $617 | 0.50% | +7.3% |
| Powell County | $875 | 0.50% | +2.4% |
| Pulaski County | $1,057 | 0.50% | +1.5% |
| Russell County | $929 | 0.50% | +3.3% |
| Wayne County | $758 | 0.50% | +4.6% |
| Clay County | $634 | 0.49% | +2.8% |
| Laurel County | $906 | 0.49% | +4.0% |
| Rockcastle County | $596 | 0.49% | +0.7% |
| Crittenden County | $731 | 0.47% | +9.1% |
| Jackson County | $687 | 0.47% | -2.4% |
| McCreary County | $554 | 0.47% | -4.9% |
| Carter County | $649 | 0.45% | +1.2% |
| Menifee County | $644 | 0.45% | +12.0% |
| Clinton County | $637 | 0.42% | -1.4% |
| Magoffin County | $694 | 0.40% | +4.7% |
| Robertson County | $893 | 0.39% | +4.6% |
| Wolfe County | $414 | 0.37% | +2.7% |
| Green County | $817 | 0.17% | +5.4% |
Median effective rate = total real estate taxes paid ÷ total home value, for owner-occupied housing (2024 American Community Survey). YoY change is the inflation-adjusted change in taxes paid, 2023–2024. "N/A" indicates the Census Bureau's sample size was too small for a reliable county-level estimate.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Kentucky?
Kentucky's effective property tax rate varies significantly by county — from about 0.17% in Green County to about 1.06% in Campbell County. This is based on the median amount homeowners actually pay relative to their home's value (US Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey), not a single statutory rate. Select your county above to see its specific median rate.
What county has the highest property tax rate in Kentucky?
Campbell County has the highest median effective property tax rate in Kentucky, at approximately 1.06%. This means homeowners there typically pay about 1.06% of their home's value in property tax each year, based on US Census Bureau data. Actual bills vary by individual assessment and any exemptions.
What county has the lowest property tax rate in Kentucky?
Green County has the lowest median effective property tax rate in Kentucky, at approximately 0.17%. This means homeowners there typically pay about 0.17% of their home's value in property tax each year, based on US Census Bureau data. Actual bills vary by individual assessment and any exemptions.
Why is this an estimate and not my exact property tax bill?
Property tax in Kentucky, like everywhere in the US, is calculated using your home's assessed value and the local mill rate set by your county, city, and school district — not a flat statewide percentage. Our estimator uses the county median effective rate (what a typical homeowner actually pays, relative to home value) to give you a reasonable estimate. Your actual bill depends on your specific assessment and any exemptions you qualify for.