Greenup County, KY Property Tax: $1,273/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Greenup County is 0.94% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $135,300, that works out to about $1,272 per year, or $106 per month. Greenup County is located in northeastern Kentucky, and is home to approximately 35,639 residents.
About Greenup County
Greenup County covers approximately 344.5 square miles in Kentucky. The county is home to about 35,639 residents living in roughly 16,247 housing units, of which 72.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $59,613, and the median home was built in 1975.
Greenup County borders Boyd County, Carter County, Lewis County, Lawrence County, Scioto 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 Greenup County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Greenup County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenup County, KY | 0.94% | $135,300 | $1,272 |
| Kentucky state average | 0.72% | — | $974* |
| Boyd County | 0.98% | $126,300 | $1,233 |
| Carter County | 0.49% | $126,100 | $622 |
| Lewis County | 0.65% | $86,100 | $558 |
| Lawrence County | 0.88% | $135,600 | $1,193 |
| Scioto County | 1.07% | $132,300 | $1,417 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Greenup County's median home value of $135,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Greenup County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kentucky?
At 0.94%, Greenup County is higher than the Kentucky state average of 0.72%. On a home at the county median of $135,300, that means about $1,272 per year — versus $974 at the state average rate, a difference of $298 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Greenup County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Greenup County?
For a home at the county median value of $135,300, the annual property tax in Greenup County is approximately $1,272 — or about $106 per month. For a home worth $202,950, expect around $1,908 per year. For a $270,600 home, approximately $2,544 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Greenup County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Greenup County are handled by the Greenup 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 Greenup 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 0.94% shown here. Contact the Greenup 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