Rockcastle County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 4,911.
The median annual property tax in Rockcastle County is $574, which is 47% lower than the Kentucky state average and 70% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $119,300. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$574
-47% vs State
-70% vs US
Median Home Value
$119,300
-21% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.48%
-33% vs State
-49% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$862
$72/mo
Without Mortgage
$501
$42/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 | $574 +5.1% | 0.48% |
| 2022 | $546 -2.0% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $557 -1.1% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $563 -0.2% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $564 | 0.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,367
per year
Monthly Tax
$48
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Green County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.63%
Grant County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.72%
McCreary County
Tax: $565/yr Rate: 0.73%
Logan County
Tax: $945/yr Rate: 0.62%
Hancock County
Tax: $935/yr Rate: 0.68%
Pendleton County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rockcastle County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rockcastle County is $574 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $119,300.
How does Rockcastle County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rockcastle County are 70% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rockcastle County? ▼
In Rockcastle County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $862 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $501. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rockcastle County? ▼
Property taxes in Rockcastle County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $48,367. 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.