Pike County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 18,372.
The median annual property tax in Pike County is $758, which is 31% lower than the Kentucky state average and 61% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $104,200. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$758
-31% vs State
-61% vs US
Median Home Value
$104,200
-31% vs State
-51% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.73%
+1% vs State
-23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,263
$105/mo
Without Mortgage
$574
$48/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 | $758 -0.1% | 0.73% |
| 2022 | $759 +12.3% | 0.78% |
| 2021 | $676 +8.0% | 0.78% |
| 2020 | $626 +10.0% | 0.76% |
| 2019 | $569 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$42,179
per year
Monthly Tax
$63
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Leslie County
Tax: $532/yr Rate: 0.72%
McLean County
Tax: $984/yr Rate: 0.68%
Taylor County
Tax: $1,174/yr Rate: 0.72%
Jackson County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.64%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,455/yr Rate: 0.88%
Muhlenberg County
Tax: $842/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pike County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pike County is $758 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $104,200.
How does Pike County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pike County are 61% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.73% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pike County? ▼
In Pike County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,263 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $574. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pike County? ▼
Property taxes in Pike County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $42,179. 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.