Taylor County, KY Property Tax: $1,174/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Taylor County is 0.72% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $163,700, that works out to about $1,179 per year, or $98 per month. Taylor County is located in central Kentucky, and is home to approximately 26,205 residents.
About Taylor County
Taylor County covers approximately 266.4 square miles in Kentucky. The county is home to about 26,205 residents living in roughly 11,206 housing units, of which 60.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $61,871, and the median home was built in 1977.
Taylor County borders Adair County, Casey County, Green County, Larue County, Marion 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 Taylor County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Taylor County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor County, KY | 0.72% | $163,700 | $1,179 |
| Kentucky state average | 0.72% | — | $1,179* |
| Adair County | 0.68% | $134,800 | $922 |
| Casey County | 0.60% | $135,700 | $810 |
| Green County | 0.63% | $118,900 | $752 |
| Larue County | 0.63% | $177,500 | $1,118 |
| Marion County | 0.71% | $158,700 | $1,124 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Taylor County's median home value of $163,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Taylor County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Kentucky?
At 0.72%, Taylor County is equal to the Kentucky state average of 0.72%. On a home at the county median of $163,700, that means about $1,179 per year — versus $1,179 at the state average rate, a difference of $0 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Taylor County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Taylor County?
For a home at the county median value of $163,700, the annual property tax in Taylor County is approximately $1,179 — or about $98 per month. For a home worth $245,550, expect around $1,768 per year. For a $327,400 home, approximately $2,357 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Taylor County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Taylor County are handled by the Taylor 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 Taylor 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 0.72% shown here. Contact the Taylor 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