Leslie County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 3,228.
The median annual property tax in Leslie County is $532, which is 51% lower than the Kentucky state average and 72% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $74,100. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$532
-51% vs State
-72% vs US
Median Home Value
$74,100
-51% vs State
-65% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
+0% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$933
$78/mo
Without Mortgage
$459
$38/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 | $532 -4.3% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $556 -3.5% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $576 +20.3% | 0.81% |
| 2020 | $479 +6.9% | 0.69% |
| 2019 | $448 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$40,176
per year
Monthly Tax
$44
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Livingston County
Tax: $731/yr Rate: 0.63%
Breckinridge County
Tax: $855/yr Rate: 0.60%
Crittenden County
Tax: $650/yr Rate: 0.56%
Greenup County
Tax: $1,273/yr Rate: 0.94%
Lyon County
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.55%
Trigg County
Tax: $1,065/yr Rate: 0.55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Leslie County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Leslie County is $532 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $74,100.
How does Leslie County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Leslie County are 72% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.72% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Leslie County? ▼
In Leslie County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $933 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $459. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Leslie County? ▼
Property taxes in Leslie County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $40,176. 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.