Breathitt County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 4,112.
The median annual property tax in Breathitt County is $521, which is 52% lower than the Kentucky state average and 73% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $61,800. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$521
-52% vs State
-73% vs US
Median Home Value
$61,800
-59% vs State
-71% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+17% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$934
$78/mo
Without Mortgage
$428
$36/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 | $521 +1.4% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $514 +8.0% | 0.87% |
| 2021 | $476 +1.5% | 0.90% |
| 2020 | $469 -6.0% | 0.88% |
| 2019 | $499 | 0.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$41,101
per year
Monthly Tax
$43
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Allen County
Tax: $972/yr Rate: 0.55%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.72%
Wolfe County
Tax: $391/yr Rate: 0.59%
Hopkins County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.82%
Jackson County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.64%
Clinton County
Tax: $627/yr Rate: 0.55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Breathitt County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Breathitt County is $521 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $61,800.
How does Breathitt County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Breathitt County are 73% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Breathitt County? ▼
In Breathitt County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $934 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $428. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Breathitt County? ▼
Property taxes in Breathitt County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $41,101. 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.