Metcalfe County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 3,195.
The median annual property tax in Metcalfe County is $743, which is 32% lower than the Kentucky state average and 61% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $103,100. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$743
-32% vs State
-61% vs US
Median Home Value
$103,100
-31% vs State
-51% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
+0% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$934
$78/mo
Without Mortgage
$568
$47/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 | $743 +7.2% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $693 +2.8% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $674 +5.3% | 0.82% |
| 2020 | $640 -5.7% | 0.83% |
| 2019 | $679 | 0.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,572
per year
Monthly Tax
$62
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Mercer County
Tax: $1,553/yr Rate: 0.82%
Boone County
Tax: $2,273/yr Rate: 0.90%
Bracken County
Tax: $1,093/yr Rate: 0.94%
Powell County
Tax: $829/yr Rate: 0.58%
Clark County
Tax: $1,448/yr Rate: 0.73%
Elliott County
Tax: $671/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Metcalfe County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Metcalfe County is $743 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $103,100.
How does Metcalfe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Metcalfe County are 61% 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 Metcalfe County? ▼
In Metcalfe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $934 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $568. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Metcalfe County? ▼
Property taxes in Metcalfe County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $48,572. 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.