Caldwell County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 3,723.
The median annual property tax in Caldwell County is $594, which is 46% lower than the Kentucky state average and 69% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $113,500. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$594
-46% vs State
-69% vs US
Median Home Value
$113,500
-24% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
-28% vs State
-45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$895
$75/mo
Without Mortgage
$421
$35/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 +1.9% | 0.52% |
| 2022 | $583 +0.5% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $580 +1.4% | 0.62% |
| 2020 | $572 +1.1% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $566 | 0.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,618
per year
Monthly Tax
$50
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Estill County
Tax: $773/yr Rate: 0.69%
Kenton County
Tax: $2,284/yr Rate: 1.00%
Knox County
Tax: $803/yr Rate: 0.74%
Butler County
Tax: $594/yr Rate: 0.56%
Casey County
Tax: $810/yr Rate: 0.60%
Larue County
Tax: $1,118/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Caldwell County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Caldwell County is $594 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $113,500.
How does Caldwell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Caldwell County are 69% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Caldwell County? ▼
In Caldwell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $895 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $421. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Caldwell County? ▼
Property taxes in Caldwell County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $57,618. 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.