Allen County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 6,026.
The median annual property tax in Allen County is $972, which is 11% lower than the Kentucky state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $176,300. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$972
-11% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$176,300
+17% vs State
-17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.55%
-24% vs State
-42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,189
$99/mo
Without Mortgage
$830
$69/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 | $972 +0.5% | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $967 +6.1% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $911 +4.8% | 0.69% |
| 2020 | $869 +1.6% | 0.70% |
| 2019 | $855 | 0.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,029
per year
Monthly Tax
$81
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Carroll County
Tax: $982/yr Rate: 0.76%
Harrison County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 0.68%
Estill County
Tax: $773/yr Rate: 0.69%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,023/yr Rate: 0.85%
Anderson County
Tax: $1,698/yr Rate: 0.80%
Webster County
Tax: $961/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Allen County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Allen County is $972 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $176,300.
How does Allen County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Allen County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Allen County? ▼
In Allen County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,189 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $830. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Allen County? ▼
Property taxes in Allen County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $59,029. 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.