Casey County, KY Property Tax: $810/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Casey County is 0.60% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $135,700, that works out to about $814 per year, or $68 per month. Casey County is located in central Kentucky, and is home to approximately 15,951 residents.
About Casey County
Casey County covers approximately 444.3 square miles in Kentucky. The county is home to about 15,951 residents living in roughly 7,401 housing units, of which 66.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $41,689, and the median home was built in 1985.
Casey County borders Adair County, Boyle County, Lincoln County, Marion County, Pulaski County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Kentucky
Property taxes in Kentucky are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Kentucky offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Casey County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Casey County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casey County, KY | 0.60% | $135,700 | $814 |
| Kentucky state average | 0.72% | — | $977* |
| Adair County | 0.68% | $134,800 | $922 |
| Boyle County | 0.85% | $200,700 | $1,712 |
| Lincoln County | 0.73% | $139,300 | $1,020 |
| Marion County | 0.71% | $158,700 | $1,124 |
| Pulaski County | 0.65% | $156,300 | $1,010 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Casey County's median home value of $135,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Casey County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kentucky?
At 0.60%, Casey County is lower than the Kentucky state average of 0.72%. On a home at the county median of $135,700, that means about $814 per year — versus $977 at the state average rate, a difference of $163 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Casey County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Casey County?
For a home at the county median value of $135,700, the annual property tax in Casey County is approximately $814 — or about $68 per month. For a home worth $203,550, expect around $1,221 per year. For a $271,400 home, approximately $1,628 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Casey County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Casey County are handled by the Casey County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Casey County?
Kentucky counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.60% shown here. Contact the Casey County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File