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Fayette County

Fayette County, Kentucky

Effective Tax Rate

0.89%

Median Annual Tax

$2,425

How Fayette County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Fayette County$2,425
Kentucky State Average$1,093
National Average$1,924

Fayette County

0.89%

Effective rate

Kentucky Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,445

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,375

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,425

Monthly Escrow

$202

Effective Rate

0.89%

vs. Kentucky State Average▲ 121.9% above
vs. National Average▼ 9.9% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fayette County, Kentucky?
The effective property tax rate in Fayette County, Kentucky is 0.89%. 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 Fayette County?
The median annual property tax payment in Fayette County is $2,425. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,445, while those without a mortgage pay $2,375.
How does Fayette County compare to the Kentucky average?
Fayette County's effective tax rate of 0.89% is higher than the Kentucky state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Fayette County is $2,425, compared to the state average of $1,093.
What is the median home value in Fayette County, Kentucky?
The median home value in Fayette County, Kentucky is $272,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Kentucky?
Property taxes in Kentucky are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Boone County(KY)

Rate0.90%
Median Tax$2,273

Henderson County(KY)

Rate0.88%
Median Tax$1,455

Oldham County(KY)

Rate0.92%
Median Tax$3,454

Daviess County(KY)

Rate0.86%
Median Tax$1,595
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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.

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