Bracken County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 2,533.
The median annual property tax in Bracken County is $1,093, which is 0% higher than the Kentucky state average and 43% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $116,400. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,093
+0% vs State
-43% vs US
Median Home Value
$116,400
-22% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.94%
+31% vs State
-1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,279
$107/mo
Without Mortgage
$591
$49/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 | $1,093 +2.2% | 0.94% |
| 2022 | $1,069 +18.3% | 0.93% |
| 2021 | $904 +4.8% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $863 -5.5% | 0.84% |
| 2019 | $913 | 0.89% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,521
per year
Monthly Tax
$91
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Taylor County
Tax: $1,174/yr Rate: 0.72%
Gallatin County
Tax: $1,368/yr Rate: 0.81%
Ohio County
Tax: $695/yr Rate: 0.61%
Harrison County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 0.68%
Kenton County
Tax: $2,284/yr Rate: 1.00%
Livingston County
Tax: $731/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bracken County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bracken County is $1,093 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $116,400.
How does Bracken County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bracken County are 43% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.94% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bracken County? ▼
In Bracken County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,279 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $591. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bracken County? ▼
Property taxes in Bracken County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $59,521. 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.