Adair County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 5,325.
The median annual property tax in Adair County is $922, which is 16% lower than the Kentucky state average and 52% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $134,800. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$922
-16% vs State
-52% vs US
Median Home Value
$134,800
-10% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-6% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,192
$99/mo
Without Mortgage
$717
$60/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 | $922 +0.0% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $922 +13.1% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $815 +4.9% | 0.74% |
| 2020 | $777 +3.6% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $750 | 0.78% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,316
per year
Monthly Tax
$77
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Martin County
Tax: $657/yr Rate: 0.77%
Trimble County
Tax: $1,175/yr Rate: 0.68%
Mercer County
Tax: $1,553/yr Rate: 0.82%
Leslie County
Tax: $532/yr Rate: 0.72%
Johnson County
Tax: $808/yr Rate: 0.64%
Garrard County
Tax: $1,344/yr Rate: 0.72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Adair County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Adair County is $922 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $134,800.
How does Adair County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Adair County are 52% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Adair County? ▼
In Adair County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,192 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $717. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Adair County? ▼
Property taxes in Adair County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $50,316. 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.