Carroll County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 2,624.
The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $982, which is 10% lower than the Kentucky state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $129,800. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$982
-10% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$129,800
-14% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.76%
+6% vs State
-20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,184
$99/mo
Without Mortgage
$791
$66/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 | $982 +2.9% | 0.76% |
| 2022 | $954 +4.4% | 0.74% |
| 2021 | $914 +10.3% | 0.84% |
| 2020 | $829 +2.7% | 0.78% |
| 2019 | $807 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,753
per year
Monthly Tax
$82
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Breathitt County
Tax: $521/yr Rate: 0.84%
Harlan County
Tax: $722/yr Rate: 0.99%
Perry County
Tax: $661/yr Rate: 0.73%
Hickman County
Tax: $756/yr Rate: 0.82%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.72%
Lawrence County
Tax: $733/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Carroll County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $982 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $129,800.
How does Carroll County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Carroll County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.76% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Carroll County? ▼
In Carroll County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,184 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $791. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Carroll County? ▼
Property taxes in Carroll County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $57,753. 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.