Carter County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 8,136.
The median annual property tax in Carter County is $622, which is 43% lower than the Kentucky state average and 68% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $126,100. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$622
-43% vs State
-68% vs US
Median Home Value
$126,100
-16% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.49%
-32% vs State
-48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$935
$78/mo
Without Mortgage
$451
$38/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 | $622 +2.6% | 0.49% |
| 2022 | $606 +12.0% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $541 +1.7% | 0.51% |
| 2020 | $532 +10.1% | 0.49% |
| 2019 | $483 | 0.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,389
per year
Monthly Tax
$52
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Hickman County
Tax: $756/yr Rate: 0.82%
Whitley County
Tax: $792/yr Rate: 0.66%
Spencer County
Tax: $2,118/yr Rate: 0.71%
Grayson County
Tax: $896/yr Rate: 0.56%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.72%
Grant County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Carter County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Carter County is $622 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $126,100.
How does Carter County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Carter County are 68% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Carter County? ▼
In Carter County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $935 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $451. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Carter County? ▼
Property taxes in Carter County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $50,389. 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.