Nelson County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 14,517.
The median annual property tax in Nelson County is $1,782, which is 63% higher than the Kentucky state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $224,100. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,782
+63% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$224,100
+49% vs State
+6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
+11% vs State
-16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,912
$159/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,594
$133/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 | $1,782 +5.1% | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $1,695 +11.7% | 0.83% |
| 2021 | $1,518 +3.5% | 0.90% |
| 2020 | $1,466 +4.7% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $1,400 | 0.90% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,888
per year
Monthly Tax
$149
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Union County
Tax: $858/yr Rate: 0.79%
Washington County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 0.72%
Perry County
Tax: $661/yr Rate: 0.73%
Meade County
Tax: $1,386/yr Rate: 0.71%
McCracken County
Tax: $1,342/yr Rate: 0.73%
Green County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Nelson County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Nelson County is $1,782 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $224,100.
How does Nelson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Nelson County are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Nelson County? ▼
In Nelson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,912 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,594. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Nelson County? ▼
Property taxes in Nelson County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $67,888. 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.