10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Kentucky
If you are comparing property taxes across Kentucky, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Campbell County, comes in at 1.06% — 0.30% higher than the Kentucky average (0.77%). The statewide effective rate is 0.77%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Campbell County | 1.06% | $2,495 | $234,500 |
| 2 | Kenton County | 1.00% | $2,284 | $227,500 |
| 3 | Harlan County | 0.99% | $722 | $73,100 |
| 4 | Webster County | 0.98% | $961 | $97,600 |
| 5 | Boyd County | 0.98% | $1,233 | $126,300 |
| 6 | Greenup County | 0.94% | $1,273 | $135,300 |
| 7 | Bracken County | 0.94% | $1,093 | $116,400 |
| 8 | Letcher County | 0.93% | $657 | $70,500 |
| 9 | Oldham County | 0.92% | $3,454 | $375,000 |
| 10 | Boone County | 0.90% | $2,273 | $253,200 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Kentucky often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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