Clinton County Property Taxes

Clinton County, Kentucky

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

42.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$52/mo escrow

#5 of 120 counties in Kentucky

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.55%

vs. Kentucky Avg42.6% below
vs. National Avg76.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$114,000

State avg $150,167

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,063

$89/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$497

$41/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#5

of 120 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Clinton County, Kentucky

Clinton's property taxes rank among nation's lowest

At 0.550%, Clinton County's effective tax rate is the lowest nationally among comparable counties, placing it in approximately the 10th percentile. Though home values are modest at $114,000, the median property tax of $627 remains a fraction of the national median of $2,690.

Kentucky's most tax-friendly county in sample

Clinton County ranks lowest among the eight counties in this analysis, with a 0.550% effective rate well below Kentucky's 0.719% average. Its $627 median property tax falls roughly 57% below the state median of $1,093.

The regional tax leader by a clear margin

Clinton County's 0.550% rate beats every other county in this eastern region by a significant margin. The next-lowest, Crittenden County, charges 0.562%—more than a full percentage point above Clinton.

Among Kentucky's lowest annual tax bills

A median home valued at $114,000 in Clinton County generates an estimated $627 annual property tax. With mortgage escrow, homeowners pay around $1,063; without a mortgage, closer to $497.

Verify your assessment even in low-tax counties

Low tax rates don't mean assessments are always accurate. If you believe your home's assessed value exceeds its market worth, filing an appeal with Clinton County's assessor could provide additional relief.

How Clinton County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Clinton County$627
Kentucky State Average$1,093
National Average$1,924

Clinton County

0.55%

Effective rate

Kentucky Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Clinton County, Kentucky?
The effective property tax rate in Clinton County, Kentucky is 0.55%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Clinton County?
The median annual property tax payment in Clinton County is $627. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,063, while those without a mortgage pay $497.
How does Clinton County compare to the Kentucky average?
Clinton County's effective tax rate of 0.55% is lower than the Kentucky state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Clinton County is $627, compared to the state average of $1,093.
What is the median home value in Clinton County, Kentucky?
The median home value in Clinton County, Kentucky is $114,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Clinton County a low property tax area in Kentucky?
Yes — Clinton County's effective property tax rate of 0.55% is below the Kentucky average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax of $627 is also lower the state average of $1,093, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Clinton County rank for property taxes in Kentucky?
Clinton County ranks #5 out of 120 counties in Kentucky by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.55% and median annual tax of $627, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.