Carter County Property Tax Rate
Kentucky
Carter County, Kentucky has an effective property tax rate of 0.49%, which is 47% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $132,800, homeowners pay approximately $649 per year in property taxes. Carter County ranks #119 out of 120 counties in Kentucky for property tax rates.
$649
Per year
$132,800
2024 estimate
1.27%
Median income: $51,235
#119
of 120 counties in KY
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$989
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$443
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Carter County pay on average $546 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Carter County Compares
Top Counties in Kentucky
Kentucky Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Carter County homeowners
General Homestead
$46,350 of assessed value (adjusted biennially)
Homeowners age 65+ or totally disabled
Disabled Veteran
$46,350 of assessed value (same as homestead; adjusted biennially)
Totally disabled veterans
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$1,470
$123/month · Rate: 0.49%
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Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.