Warren County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Kentucky. Population: 30,740.
The median annual property tax in Warren County is $1,558, which is 43% higher than the Kentucky state average and 19% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $242,600. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,558
+43% vs State
-19% vs US
Median Home Value
$242,600
+62% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.64%
-11% vs State
-33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,624
$135/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,440
$120/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 | $1,558 +5.0% | 0.64% |
| 2022 | $1,484 +7.4% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $1,382 +4.1% | 0.73% |
| 2020 | $1,327 +5.7% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $1,255 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,801
per year
Monthly Tax
$130
per month
Other Counties in Kentucky
Webster County
Tax: $961/yr Rate: 0.98%
McCreary County
Tax: $565/yr Rate: 0.73%
Cumberland County
Tax: $786/yr Rate: 0.61%
Butler County
Tax: $594/yr Rate: 0.56%
Graves County
Tax: $929/yr Rate: 0.67%
Daviess County
Tax: $1,595/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Warren County, Kentucky? ▼
The median annual property tax in Warren County is $1,558 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $242,600.
How does Warren County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Warren County are 19% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Warren County? ▼
In Warren County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,624 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,440. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Warren County? ▼
Property taxes in Warren County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $64,801. 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.