Ohio County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 7,193.
The median annual property tax in Ohio County is $695, which is 36% lower than the Kentucky state average and 64% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $113,400. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$695
-36% vs State
-64% vs US
Median Home Value
$113,400
-24% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
-15% vs State
-36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$844
$70/mo
Without Mortgage
$524
$44/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 | $695 +5.9% | 0.61% |
| 2022 | $656 +7.2% | 0.57% |
| 2021 | $612 +4.3% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $587 -4.1% | 0.65% |
| 2019 | $612 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,369
per year
Monthly Tax
$58
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
McLean County
Tax: $984/yr Rate: 0.68%
Gallatin County
Tax: $1,368/yr Rate: 0.81%
Whitley County
Tax: $792/yr Rate: 0.66%
Metcalfe County
Tax: $743/yr Rate: 0.72%
Bell County
Tax: $617/yr Rate: 0.74%
Shelby County
Tax: $2,248/yr Rate: 0.81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ohio County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ohio County is $695 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $113,400.
How does Ohio County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ohio County are 64% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ohio County? ▼
In Ohio County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $844 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $524. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ohio County? ▼
Property taxes in Ohio County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $54,369. 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.