What is the property tax rate in Owensboro, KY?

Owensboro has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.94%. On a median home valued at $162,900, homeowners pay approximately $1,525 per year in property taxes.

How does Owensboro compare to Daviess County?

Owensboro's effective rate of 0.94% is 12% higher than the Daviess County average of 0.84%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,675, while Owensboro homeowners pay an estimated $1,525.

How much are property taxes in Owensboro on a $300,000 home?

Based on Owensboro's effective rate of 0.94%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,820 per year, or about $235 per month.

Owensboro Property Tax Rate

Daviess County, Kentucky

0.94%effective rate

Owensboro is located in Daviess County, Kentucky. Homeowners in Owensboro pay a median of $1,525 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $162,900, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.94%. This is 12% higher than the Daviess County average of 0.84%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.94%

vs 0.84% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,525

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$162,900

2024 estimate

Population📍

60,112

Owensboro, KY

How Owensboro Compares

Owensboro

0.94%

Daviess County Average

0.84%

Kentucky Average

0.75%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Owensboro

Property taxes in Owensboro are collected by Daviess County. Tax exemptions available to Daviess County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Owensboro. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Daviess County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,820

$235/month · Rate: 0.94%

Daviess County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.