Edmonson County, KY Property Taxes (2026)

Edmonson County owners pay a median of $795 a year on a median home value of $136,600, an effective rate of 0.58%. That's the 104th-highest rate of 120 Kentucky counties with Census data, below the Kentucky county median of 0.72%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

0.58%

104th highest of 120 in KY

Median annual bill

$795

~$66/month

Median home value

$136,600

Kentucky county median

0.72%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Edmonson County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Edmonson County's 0.58% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$792
Savings at 10–15% off
$79–$119
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Edmonson County vs. Kentucky vs. U.S. property tax rates

Edmonson County0.58%
Kentucky county median0.72%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Edmonson County's effective property tax rate is 0.58%, vs. 0.72% for the median Kentucky county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 104th of 120 in Kentucky. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in Edmonson County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Edmonson Property Valuation Administrator. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Edmonson County deadline is Within 60 days of receipt. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the Property Valuation Administrator.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $795 bill, 10–15% off is $80–$119 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Kentucky

Kentucky homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Edmonson Property Valuation Administrator for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Edmonson County, Kentucky?
The median effective property tax rate in Edmonson County is 0.58%: a median annual bill of $795 on a median home value of $136,600. That's the 104th-highest rate of 120 Kentucky counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Edmonson County?
The median Edmonson County property tax bill is $795 a year, about $66 a month, compared with a Kentucky county median of $935.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Edmonson County?
The deadline to appeal in Edmonson County is Within 60 days of receipt. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Edmonson County a high property tax area?
Edmonson County's 0.58% effective rate is below the Kentucky county median of 0.72% and below the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 104th-highest rate of 120 Kentucky counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Edmonson County property taxes?
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Property taxes in nearby counties

Grayson County

Rate: 0.56%

Median bill: $896

Hart County

Rate: 0.75%

Median bill: $935

Warren County

Rate: 0.64%

Median bill: $1,558

Barren County

Rate: 0.73%

Median bill: $1,212

Butler County

Rate: 0.56%

Median bill: $594

Allen County

Rate: 0.55%

Median bill: $972

Hardin County

Rate: 0.70%

Median bill: $1,451

Larue County

Rate: 0.63%

Median bill: $1,118

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