McLean County, KY Property Tax: $984/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in McLean County is 0.68% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $145,600, that works out to about $990 per year, or $83 per month. McLean County is located in western Kentucky, and is home to approximately 9,127 residents.
About McLean County
McLean County covers approximately 252.5 square miles in Kentucky. The county is home to about 9,127 residents living in roughly 4,171 housing units, of which 70.2% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $70,549, and the median home was built in 1976.
McLean County borders Daviess County, Henderson County, Hopkins County, Muhlenberg County, Ohio 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 McLean County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
McLean County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| McLean County, KY | 0.68% | $145,600 | $990 |
| Kentucky state average | 0.72% | — | $1,048* |
| Daviess County | 0.86% | $185,800 | $1,595 |
| Henderson County | 0.88% | $165,700 | $1,455 |
| Hopkins County | 0.82% | $128,800 | $1,057 |
| Muhlenberg County | 0.69% | $121,300 | $842 |
| Ohio County | 0.61% | $113,400 | $695 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at McLean County's median home value of $145,600. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does McLean County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kentucky?
At 0.68%, McLean County is lower than the Kentucky state average of 0.72%. On a home at the county median of $145,600, that means about $990 per year — versus $1,048 at the state average rate, a difference of $58 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, McLean County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in McLean County?
For a home at the county median value of $145,600, the annual property tax in McLean County is approximately $990 — or about $83 per month. For a home worth $218,400, expect around $1,485 per year. For a $291,200 home, approximately $1,980 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a McLean County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in McLean County are handled by the McLean 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 McLean 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 0.68% shown here. Contact the McLean 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