Boone County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 38,593.
The median annual property tax in Boone County is $2,273, which is 108% higher than the Kentucky state average and 18% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.90% on a median home value of $253,200. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,273
+108% vs State
+18% vs US
Median Home Value
$253,200
+69% vs State
+20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.90%
+25% vs State
-5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,394
$200/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,922
$160/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 | $2,273 +5.5% | 0.90% |
| 2022 | $2,154 +10.7% | 0.91% |
| 2021 | $1,945 +5.0% | 0.95% |
| 2020 | $1,853 +1.3% | 0.95% |
| 2019 | $1,829 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$94,752
per year
Monthly Tax
$189
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Warren County
Tax: $1,558/yr Rate: 0.64%
Ballard County
Tax: $1,067/yr Rate: 0.80%
Nelson County
Tax: $1,782/yr Rate: 0.80%
Harrison County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 0.68%
Bell County
Tax: $617/yr Rate: 0.74%
Lawrence County
Tax: $733/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Boone County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Boone County is $2,273 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.90% on a median home value of $253,200.
How does Boone County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Boone County are 18% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.90% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Boone County? ▼
In Boone County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,394 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,922. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Boone County? ▼
Property taxes in Boone County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $94,752. 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.