Clark County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 10,675.
The median annual property tax in Clark County is $1,448, which is 32% higher than the Kentucky state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $197,900. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,448
+32% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$197,900
+32% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.73%
+1% vs State
-23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,463
$122/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,400
$117/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 | $1,448 +2.6% | 0.73% |
| 2022 | $1,411 +3.5% | 0.77% |
| 2021 | $1,363 +1.1% | 0.86% |
| 2020 | $1,348 +3.1% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $1,307 | 0.90% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,824
per year
Monthly Tax
$121
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Metcalfe County
Tax: $743/yr Rate: 0.72%
Hopkins County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.82%
Powell County
Tax: $829/yr Rate: 0.58%
Jackson County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.64%
Henry County
Tax: $1,489/yr Rate: 0.82%
Ohio County
Tax: $695/yr Rate: 0.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clark County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clark County is $1,448 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $197,900.
How does Clark County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clark County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.73% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clark County? ▼
In Clark County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,463 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,400. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clark County? ▼
Property taxes in Clark County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $67,824. 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.