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Boone County, Kentucky Property Taxes (2026)

Boone County homeowners pay a median property tax of $2,273/year on a median home value of $253,200 — an effective rate of 0.90%, which is below the national median of 1.02%. Boone County has a population of approximately 137,676.

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Effective Tax Rate

0.90%

Lower than the Kentucky median of 1.00%

Median Home Value

$253,200

Annual Tax Bill

$2,273

~$189/month

Est. Annual Savings

$341

If reduced by 15%

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Average Annual Savings

$341

Estimated savings for Boone County homeowners

Property Tax Rates: Boone County vs. Kentucky vs. National

Boone County0.90%
Kentucky Median1.00%
National Median1.02%

Key stat: The effective property tax rate in Boone County, Kentucky is 0.90%, compared to the Kentucky median of 1.00% and the national median of 1.02%. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates)

How Boone County Compares Across Kentucky

See where Boone County's tax metrics fall relative to all 120 Kentucky counties.

Tax Rate Distribution

Percentile distribution across all Kentucky counties

10th

1.00%

25th

1.00%

Median

1.00%

75th

1.00%

90th

1.00%

Home Value Distribution

Percentile distribution across all Kentucky counties

10th

$85,980

25th

$111,725

Median

$138,300

75th

$183,075

90th

$228,120

Tax Bill Distribution

Percentile distribution across all Kentucky counties

10th

$598

25th

$733

Median

$935

75th

$1,296

90th

$1,784

Boone County Property Valuation Administrator Information

Boone County Property Valuation Administrator

Assessing Authority

Boone Property Valuation Administrator

Appeal Deadline

Within 60 days of receipt

Kentucky appeal filing deadline

State

Kentucky

How to appeal

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How to Appeal Your Property Taxes in Boone County

If you own property in Boone County, you have the legal right to appeal your assessed value. Here is the step-by-step process:

1

Review your assessment notice

Check the assessed value from the Boone Property Valuation Administrator. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes in your area.

2

File your appeal before the deadline

The Kentucky deadline is Within 60 days of receipt. Missing this deadline means waiting until the next assessment year.

3

Gather supporting evidence

Compile recent comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, independent appraisals, or any factors that reduce your home's value.

4

Present your case

Attend a hearing or submit your evidence to the Property Valuation Administrator. Present clear data showing your assessed value is too high.

5

Receive your decision

If successful, your assessed value and tax bill will be reduced. With a median bill of $2,273, even a 10-15% reduction means $227-$341 in annual savings.

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Property Tax Exemptions in Kentucky

Kentucky homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce their taxable value. Common exemptions include:

Homestead Exemption

Available to primary residence owners. Reduces the assessed value used to calculate your tax bill.

Senior/Over-65 Exemption

Additional exemption for homeowners age 65+. May include a tax ceiling that freezes your bill.

Disability Exemption

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities. Similar benefits to the over-65 exemption.

Veteran Exemption

Disabled veterans may receive partial or full exemptions depending on disability rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Boone County, Kentucky?
The median effective property tax rate in Boone County, Kentucky is 0.90%. On a home valued at $253,200, the median annual property tax bill is $2,273. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2026.
How much are property taxes in Boone County?
The median annual property tax bill in Boone County is $2,273, which works out to approximately $189/month. This is based on the median home value of $253,200 and an effective tax rate of 0.90%.
How do I appeal my property taxes in Boone County?
To appeal your property taxes in Boone County, Kentucky, you need to file with the Boone Property Valuation Administrator before the deadline of Within 60 days of receipt. You'll need evidence that your assessed value exceeds your property's market value, such as recent comparable sales. TaxDrop can handle this entire process for you — you pay nothing unless we save you $500 or more.
Is Boone County a high property tax area?
Boone County's effective tax rate of 0.90% is below the national median of 1.02%. It's below the Kentucky median of 1.00%.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Kentucky?
The deadline to appeal property taxes in Kentucky is Within 60 days of receipt. It's important to file before this deadline — missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle. TaxDrop monitors deadlines and files on your behalf to ensure you never miss the window.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Boone County property taxes?
Yes. TaxDrop helps homeowners in Boone County, Kentucky appeal their property tax assessments. We analyze your property, compare it against local comparable sales, and handle the entire appeal process. Our fee is 25% of your savings — and if we don't save you at least $500, you pay nothing.

Nearby Counties

Ballard County

Rate: 0.80%

Tax bill: $1,067

Barren County

Rate: 0.73%

Tax bill: $1,212

Bath County

Rate: 0.73%

Tax bill: $817

Bell County

Rate: 0.74%

Tax bill: $617

Bourbon County

Rate: 0.74%

Tax bill: $1,563

Boyd County

Rate: 0.98%

Tax bill: $1,233

Boyle County

Rate: 0.85%

Tax bill: $1,712

Bracken County

Rate: 0.94%

Tax bill: $1,093

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