Hardin County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 27,100.
The median annual property tax in Hardin County is $1,451, which is 33% higher than the Kentucky state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $205,900. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,451
+33% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$205,900
+37% vs State
-3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.70%
-3% vs State
-26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,643
$137/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,197
$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 | $1,451 +5.2% | 0.70% |
| 2022 | $1,379 +7.8% | 0.74% |
| 2021 | $1,279 +2.8% | 0.80% |
| 2020 | $1,244 +2.0% | 0.79% |
| 2019 | $1,220 | 0.78% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,608
per year
Monthly Tax
$121
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Powell County
Tax: $829/yr Rate: 0.58%
Owsley County
Tax: $562/yr Rate: 0.70%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,023/yr Rate: 0.85%
Metcalfe County
Tax: $743/yr Rate: 0.72%
Casey County
Tax: $810/yr Rate: 0.60%
Boone County
Tax: $2,273/yr Rate: 0.90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hardin County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hardin County is $1,451 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $205,900.
How does Hardin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hardin County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hardin County? ▼
In Hardin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,643 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,197. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hardin County? ▼
Property taxes in Hardin County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $67,608. 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.