Larue County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 4,514.
The median annual property tax in Larue County is $1,118, which is 2% higher than the Kentucky state average and 42% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $177,500. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,118
+2% vs State
-42% vs US
Median Home Value
$177,500
+18% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.63%
-12% vs State
-34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,229
$102/mo
Without Mortgage
$946
$79/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 | $1,118 +7.1% | 0.63% |
| 2022 | $1,044 +13.1% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $923 +7.1% | 0.69% |
| 2020 | $862 +0.6% | 0.69% |
| 2019 | $857 | 0.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,770
per year
Monthly Tax
$93
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Garrard County
Tax: $1,344/yr Rate: 0.72%
Owsley County
Tax: $562/yr Rate: 0.70%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,672/yr Rate: 0.84%
Russell County
Tax: $872/yr Rate: 0.59%
Hardin County
Tax: $1,451/yr Rate: 0.70%
Webster County
Tax: $961/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Larue County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Larue County is $1,118 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $177,500.
How does Larue County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Larue County are 42% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Larue County? ▼
In Larue County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,229 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $946. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Larue County? ▼
Property taxes in Larue County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $67,770. 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.