Mason County Property Taxes

Mason County, Kentucky

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

8.7% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$83/mo escrow

#29 of 120 counties in Kentucky

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.63%

vs. Kentucky Avg8.7% below
vs. National Avg62.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$157,500

State avg $150,167

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,241

$103/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$795

$66/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#29

of 120 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Mason County, Kentucky

Mason's rate ranks among nation's lowest

Mason County's 0.634% effective tax rate is less than one-quarter the national median tax bill of $2,690 on a $281,900 home, making it exceptionally tax-friendly by national standards. With a median home value of $157,500, Mason combines low rates with modest property values.

Mason lowest-rate county in Kentucky group

At 0.634%, Mason County boasts the lowest effective tax rate of any county in this analysis, falling 12% below Kentucky's 0.719% state average. The $998 median tax bill runs 9% above the state median of $1,093 despite the lowest tax rate.

Mason lowest by far among peers

Mason County's 0.634% rate decisively undercuts all regional neighbors: Marion County (0.708%), Magoffin County (0.728%), Marshall County (0.717%), Madison County (0.739%), McCracken County (0.734%), and Martin County (0.774%). Mason is the region's tax haven.

Median Mason home costs $998 annually

A typical $157,500 home in Mason County generates approximately $998 in yearly property taxes, or about $83 monthly for owners without mortgages. Mortgage-inclusive assessments bring the total to roughly $1,241.

Even Mason County has overpayment risk

Mason County's low rates don't guarantee fair assessments; homeowners still face potential overvaluation relative to recent market comparables. A simple appeal with the county assessor can verify whether your property is correctly valued and recover any overpayment.

How Mason County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Mason County$998
Kentucky State Average$1,093
National Average$1,924

Mason County

0.63%

Effective rate

Kentucky Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Mason County, Kentucky?
The effective property tax rate in Mason County, Kentucky is 0.63%. 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 Mason County?
The median annual property tax payment in Mason County is $998. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,241, while those without a mortgage pay $795.
How does Mason County compare to the Kentucky average?
Mason County's effective tax rate of 0.63% is lower than the Kentucky state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Mason County is $998, compared to the state average of $1,093.
What is the median home value in Mason County, Kentucky?
The median home value in Mason County, Kentucky is $157,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Mason County a low property tax area in Kentucky?
Yes — Mason County's effective property tax rate of 0.63% is below the Kentucky average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax of $998 is also lower the state average of $1,093, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Mason County rank for property taxes in Kentucky?
Mason County ranks #29 out of 120 counties in Kentucky by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.63% and median annual tax of $998, 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.