What is the property tax rate in Georgetown, KY?

Georgetown has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.71%. On a median home valued at $244,200, homeowners pay approximately $1,729 per year in property taxes.

How does Georgetown compare to Scott County?

Georgetown's effective rate of 0.71% is 8% higher than the Scott County average of 0.66%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,908, while Georgetown homeowners pay an estimated $1,729.

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

Based on Georgetown's effective rate of 0.71%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,130 per year, or about $178 per month.

Georgetown Property Tax Rate

Scott County, Kentucky

0.71%effective rate

Georgetown is located in Scott County, Kentucky. Homeowners in Georgetown pay a median of $1,729 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $244,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.71%. This is 8% higher than the Scott County average of 0.66%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.71%

vs 0.66% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,729

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$244,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

38,206

Georgetown, KY

How Georgetown Compares

Georgetown

0.71%

Scott County Average

0.66%

Kentucky Average

0.75%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Georgetown

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,130

$178/month · Rate: 0.71%

Scott 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.