Gallatin County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 2,386.
The median annual property tax in Gallatin County is $1,368, which is 25% higher than the Kentucky state average and 29% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $169,400. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,368
+25% vs State
-29% vs US
Median Home Value
$169,400
+13% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
+12% vs State
-15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,562
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,195
$100/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 | $1,368 +2.8% | 0.81% |
| 2022 | $1,331 +8.0% | 0.86% |
| 2021 | $1,232 -0.9% | 0.89% |
| 2020 | $1,243 +1.8% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $1,221 | 0.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,247
per year
Monthly Tax
$114
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Christian County
Tax: $1,065/yr Rate: 0.71%
Breathitt County
Tax: $521/yr Rate: 0.84%
Ballard County
Tax: $1,067/yr Rate: 0.80%
Muhlenberg County
Tax: $842/yr Rate: 0.69%
Nicholas County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.57%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,023/yr Rate: 0.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gallatin County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gallatin County is $1,368 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $169,400.
How does Gallatin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gallatin County are 29% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gallatin County? ▼
In Gallatin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,562 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,195. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gallatin County? ▼
Property taxes in Gallatin County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $62,247. 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.