Kauai County, Hawaii Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Hawaii. Population: 15,788.
The median annual property tax in Kauai County is $1,840, which is 3% higher than the Hawaii state average and 4% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.22% on a median home value of $817,900. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,840
+3% vs State
-4% vs US
Median Home Value
$817,900
+8% vs State
+287% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.22%
-8% vs State
-77% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,860
$155/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,759
$147/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 | $1,840 +9.6% | 0.22% |
| 2022 | $1,679 +11.8% | 0.23% |
| 2021 | $1,502 +2.9% | 0.24% |
| 2020 | $1,460 +0.8% | 0.24% |
| 2019 | $1,448 | 0.25% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$93,612
per year
Monthly Tax
$153
per month
Other Counties in Hawaii
Maui County
Tax: $1,442/yr Rate: 0.17%
Honolulu County
Tax: $2,482/yr Rate: 0.28%
Kalawao County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Hawaii County
Tax: $1,392/yr Rate: 0.29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kauai County, Hawaii? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kauai County is $1,840 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.22% on a median home value of $817,900.
How does Kauai County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kauai County are 4% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kauai County? ▼
In Kauai County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,860 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,759. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kauai County? ▼
Property taxes in Kauai County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $93,612. 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.