Scott County

Scott County, Kentucky

Effective Tax Rate

0.68%

Median Annual Tax

$1,800

How Scott County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Scott County$1,800

Kentucky State Average$1,093

National Average$1,924

Scott County

0.68%

Effective rate

Kentucky Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,931

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,424

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$1,800

Monthly Escrow

$150

Effective Rate

0.68%

vs. Kentucky State Average▲ 64.7% above

vs. National Average▼ 33.1% below

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Scott County, Kentucky?

The effective property tax rate in Scott County, Kentucky is 0.68%. 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 Scott County?

The median annual property tax payment in Scott County is $1,800. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,931, while those without a mortgage pay $1,424.

How does Scott County compare to the Kentucky average?

Scott County's effective tax rate of 0.68% is lower than the Kentucky state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Scott County is $1,800, compared to the state average of $1,093.

What is the median home value in Scott County, Kentucky?

The median home value in Scott County, Kentucky is $264,200, 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.

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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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