Kenton County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 47,340.
The median annual property tax in Kenton County is $2,284, which is 109% higher than the Kentucky state average and 19% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $227,500. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,284
+109% vs State
+19% vs US
Median Home Value
$227,500
+51% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.00%
+39% vs State
+5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,401
$200/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,004
$167/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 | $2,284 +5.4% | 1.00% |
| 2022 | $2,168 +9.1% | 1.04% |
| 2021 | $1,987 +5.0% | 1.13% |
| 2020 | $1,892 +4.1% | 1.13% |
| 2019 | $1,818 | 1.13% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,421
per year
Monthly Tax
$190
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Fulton County
Tax: $562/yr Rate: 0.72%
Boyle County
Tax: $1,712/yr Rate: 0.85%
Harrison County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 0.68%
Bourbon County
Tax: $1,563/yr Rate: 0.74%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,672/yr Rate: 0.84%
Carlisle County
Tax: $887/yr Rate: 0.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kenton County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kenton County is $2,284 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $227,500.
How does Kenton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kenton County are 19% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.00% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kenton County? ▼
In Kenton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,401 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,004. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kenton County? ▼
Property taxes in Kenton County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $79,421. 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.