41268 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 41268 (West Van Lear, Kentucky) pay a median of $1,233/year in property taxes on homes valued at $135,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.91%, which is 21% above the Kentucky state average of 0.75%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 41268 is approximately $103, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Johnson County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kentucky, 41268 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 40810 (0.91%) and 40026 (0.91%).

In West Van Lear, property taxes represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $78,292, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kentucky reassesses property at fair market value upon sale with no statewide cap on increases — Johnson County's Property Valuation Administrator will reassess your property in the fiscal year following closing. Johnson County provides a Homestead Exemption for primary residences and a Senior Citizen exemption (age 65+); submit your exemption application to the Johnson County PVA within 30 days of purchase. Contact the Johnson County PVA to obtain your assessment notice and confirm the deadline for filing an appeal if you dispute the valuation.