Fulton County Property Taxes

Fulton County, Kentucky

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

48.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$47/mo escrow

#64 of 120 counties in Kentucky

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.72%

vs. Kentucky Avg48.6% below
vs. National Avg79.1% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$78,100

State avg $150,167

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,053

$88/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$447

$37/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#64

of 120 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Fulton County, Kentucky

Fulton taxes far below national average

Fulton County's 0.720% effective tax rate is less than one-third the national property tax burden, placing it in the bottom 25% nationally. The median tax of just $562 is roughly 79% lower than the national median of $2,690.

Essentially at Kentucky average

At 0.720%, Fulton County's rate matches almost exactly Kentucky's 0.719% state average, placing it squarely in the state's middle tier. However, its median tax of $562 runs 49% below the state median of $1,093, reflecting significantly lower property values.

Among the lowest-taxed in the region

Fulton County's 0.720% rate compares favorably to Estill County (0.691%) and Fleming County (0.715%), making it one of Kentucky's most affordable property tax jurisdictions. The county's lowest median property value ($78,100) in this cohort explains its minimal annual tax burden.

Median home costs $562 annually

A homeowner with Fulton County's median property value of $78,100 pays roughly $562 in annual property taxes. With a mortgage, the annual payment including escrow typically reaches about $1,053.

Appeals work even with low values

Property owners in Fulton County should still verify their assessments match market conditions, even in a lower-value market. If your assessed value exceeds comparable sales, requesting a reassessment from the county can lower your tax bill.

How Fulton County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Fulton County$562
Kentucky State Average$1,093
National Average$1,924

Fulton County

0.72%

Effective rate

Kentucky Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fulton County, Kentucky?
The effective property tax rate in Fulton County, Kentucky is 0.72%. 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 Fulton County?
The median annual property tax payment in Fulton County is $562. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,053, while those without a mortgage pay $447.
How does Fulton County compare to the Kentucky average?
Fulton County's effective tax rate of 0.72% is lower than the Kentucky state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Fulton County is $562, compared to the state average of $1,093.
What is the median home value in Fulton County, Kentucky?
The median home value in Fulton County, Kentucky is $78,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Fulton County a low property tax area in Kentucky?
Yes — Fulton County's effective property tax rate of 0.72% is below the Kentucky average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax of $562 is also lower the state average of $1,093, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Fulton County rank for property taxes in Kentucky?
Fulton County ranks #64 out of 120 counties in Kentucky by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.72% and median annual tax of $562, it falls in the middle 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.