Grant County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 6,813.
The median annual property tax in Grant County is $1,339, which is 23% higher than the Kentucky state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $185,500. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,339
+23% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$185,500
+24% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
+0% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,571
$131/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,027
$86/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 | $1,339 +3.1% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $1,299 +11.0% | 0.75% |
| 2021 | $1,170 +3.7% | 0.79% |
| 2020 | $1,128 +4.1% | 0.80% |
| 2019 | $1,084 | 0.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,940
per year
Monthly Tax
$112
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Laurel County
Tax: $845/yr Rate: 0.59%
Knox County
Tax: $803/yr Rate: 0.74%
Estill County
Tax: $773/yr Rate: 0.69%
Trimble County
Tax: $1,175/yr Rate: 0.68%
Fleming County
Tax: $824/yr Rate: 0.72%
Webster County
Tax: $961/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Grant County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Grant County is $1,339 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $185,500.
How does Grant County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Grant County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.72% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Grant County? ▼
In Grant County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,571 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,027. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Grant County? ▼
Property taxes in Grant County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $67,940. 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.