Anderson County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 7,402.
The median annual property tax in Anderson County is $1,698, which is 55% higher than the Kentucky state average and 12% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $213,200. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,698
+55% vs State
-12% vs US
Median Home Value
$213,200
+42% vs State
+1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
+11% vs State
-16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,839
$153/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,445
$120/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 | $1,698 +2.1% | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $1,663 +6.8% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $1,557 +8.1% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $1,440 +5.0% | 0.91% |
| 2019 | $1,371 | 0.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,747
per year
Monthly Tax
$142
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Madison County
Tax: $1,631/yr Rate: 0.74%
Marion County
Tax: $1,124/yr Rate: 0.71%
Calloway County
Tax: $1,215/yr Rate: 0.67%
Casey County
Tax: $810/yr Rate: 0.60%
Livingston County
Tax: $731/yr Rate: 0.63%
Clay County
Tax: $598/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Anderson County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Anderson County is $1,698 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $213,200.
How does Anderson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Anderson County are 12% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Anderson County? ▼
In Anderson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,839 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,445. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Anderson County? ▼
Property taxes in Anderson County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $71,747. 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.