Jessamine County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 13,607.
The median annual property tax in Jessamine County is $1,889, which is 73% higher than the Kentucky state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $245,100. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,889
+73% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$245,100
+63% vs State
+16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.77%
+7% vs State
-19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,869
$156/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,983
$165/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 | $1,889 +2.8% | 0.77% |
| 2022 | $1,837 +8.8% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $1,688 -0.2% | 0.88% |
| 2020 | $1,691 +2.0% | 0.91% |
| 2019 | $1,658 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,886
per year
Monthly Tax
$157
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Whitley County
Tax: $792/yr Rate: 0.66%
McCreary County
Tax: $565/yr Rate: 0.73%
Johnson County
Tax: $808/yr Rate: 0.64%
Garrard County
Tax: $1,344/yr Rate: 0.72%
Leslie County
Tax: $532/yr Rate: 0.72%
Nicholas County
Tax: $679/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jessamine County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jessamine County is $1,889 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $245,100.
How does Jessamine County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jessamine County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jessamine County? ▼
In Jessamine County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,869 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,983. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jessamine County? ▼
Property taxes in Jessamine County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $74,886. 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.