Harrison County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 5,095.
The median annual property tax in Harrison County is $1,282, which is 17% higher than the Kentucky state average and 33% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $188,900. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,282
+17% vs State
-33% vs US
Median Home Value
$188,900
+26% vs State
-11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-6% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,492
$124/mo
Without Mortgage
$883
$74/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 | $1,282 +9.9% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $1,167 +3.5% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $1,128 +2.2% | 0.74% |
| 2020 | $1,104 +9.4% | 0.75% |
| 2019 | $1,009 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,205
per year
Monthly Tax
$107
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Hart County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.75%
Russell County
Tax: $872/yr Rate: 0.59%
Clinton County
Tax: $627/yr Rate: 0.55%
Johnson County
Tax: $808/yr Rate: 0.64%
Woodford County
Tax: $2,003/yr Rate: 0.74%
Crittenden County
Tax: $650/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Harrison County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Harrison County is $1,282 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $188,900.
How does Harrison County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Harrison County are 33% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Harrison County? ▼
In Harrison County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,492 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $883. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Harrison County? ▼
Property taxes in Harrison County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $63,205. 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.