Kenton County, KY Property Tax: $2,284/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Kenton County is 1.00% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $227,500, that works out to about $2,275 per year, or $190 per month. Kenton County is located in northern Kentucky, and is home to approximately 169,817 residents.
About Kenton County
Kenton County covers approximately 160.4 square miles in Kentucky. The county is home to about 169,817 residents living in roughly 72,896 housing units, of which 64.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $79,421, and the median home was built in 1974.
Kenton County borders Boone County, Campbell County, Grant County, Pendleton County, Hamilton 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 Kenton County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Kenton County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenton County, KY | 1.00% | $227,500 | $2,275 |
| Kentucky state average | 0.72% | — | $1,638* |
| Boone County | 0.90% | $253,200 | $2,273 |
| Campbell County | 1.06% | $234,500 | $2,495 |
| Grant County | 0.72% | $185,500 | $1,339 |
| Pendleton County | 0.77% | $160,800 | $1,246 |
| Hamilton County | 1.53% | $225,700 | $3,461 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Kenton County's median home value of $227,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Kenton County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kentucky?
At 1.00%, Kenton County is higher than the Kentucky state average of 0.72%. On a home at the county median of $227,500, that means about $2,275 per year — versus $1,638 at the state average rate, a difference of $637 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Kenton County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Kenton County?
For a home at the county median value of $227,500, the annual property tax in Kenton County is approximately $2,275 — or about $190 per month. For a home worth $341,250, expect around $3,413 per year. For a $455,000 home, approximately $4,550 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Kenton County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Kenton County are handled by the Kenton 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 Kenton 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 1.00% shown here. Contact the Kenton 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