Butler County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 3,336.
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $594, which is 46% lower than the Kentucky state average and 69% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $105,500. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$594
-46% vs State
-69% vs US
Median Home Value
$105,500
-30% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
-22% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$740
$62/mo
Without Mortgage
$439
$37/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 | $594 -3.4% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $615 +2.3% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $601 +3.6% | 0.64% |
| 2020 | $580 -4.1% | 0.63% |
| 2019 | $605 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,003
per year
Monthly Tax
$50
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Spencer County
Tax: $2,118/yr Rate: 0.71%
Martin County
Tax: $657/yr Rate: 0.77%
Graves County
Tax: $929/yr Rate: 0.67%
Garrard County
Tax: $1,344/yr Rate: 0.72%
Henry County
Tax: $1,489/yr Rate: 0.82%
Pendleton County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Butler County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $594 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $105,500.
How does Butler County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County are 69% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Butler County? ▼
In Butler County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $740 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $439. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Butler County? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $52,003. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
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.