Union County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 3,679.
The median annual property tax in Union County is $858, which is 22% lower than the Kentucky state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $109,000. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$858
-22% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$109,000
-27% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.79%
+10% vs State
-17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,155
$96/mo
Without Mortgage
$631
$53/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 | $858 -3.7% | 0.79% |
| 2022 | $891 +8.1% | 0.82% |
| 2021 | $824 +7.4% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $767 +1.5% | 0.84% |
| 2019 | $756 | 0.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,989
per year
Monthly Tax
$72
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Wolfe County
Tax: $391/yr Rate: 0.59%
Martin County
Tax: $657/yr Rate: 0.77%
Boone County
Tax: $2,273/yr Rate: 0.90%
Meade County
Tax: $1,386/yr Rate: 0.71%
Carter County
Tax: $622/yr Rate: 0.49%
Magoffin County
Tax: $643/yr Rate: 0.73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Union County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Union County is $858 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $109,000.
How does Union County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Union County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.79% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Union County? ▼
In Union County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,155 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $631. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Union County? ▼
Property taxes in Union County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $60,989. 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.