Harlan County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 7,437.
The median annual property tax in Harlan County is $722, which is 34% lower than the Kentucky state average and 62% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $73,100. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$722
-34% vs State
-62% vs US
Median Home Value
$73,100
-51% vs State
-65% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
+38% vs State
+4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$881
$73/mo
Without Mortgage
$616
$51/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 | $722 +4.3% | 0.99% |
| 2022 | $692 +6.5% | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $650 +2.5% | 1.00% |
| 2020 | $634 +7.8% | 0.99% |
| 2019 | $588 | 0.98% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$37,198
per year
Monthly Tax
$60
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 0.75%
Pendleton County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.77%
Breathitt County
Tax: $521/yr Rate: 0.84%
Morgan County
Tax: $802/yr Rate: 0.76%
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,010/yr Rate: 0.65%
Livingston County
Tax: $731/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Harlan County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Harlan County is $722 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $73,100.
How does Harlan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Harlan County are 62% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.99% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Harlan County? ▼
In Harlan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $881 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $616. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Harlan County? ▼
Property taxes in Harlan County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $37,198. 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.