42202 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 42202 (Adairville, Kentucky) pay a median of $842/year in property taxes on homes valued at $135,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.62%, which is 18% below the Kentucky state average of 0.75%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 42202 is approximately $70, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Logan County. This is $255 less than the Kentucky average of $1,097/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kentucky, 42202 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 41149 (0.62%) and 42729 (0.62%).

In Adairville, property taxes represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $64,375, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kentucky assessments can rise each year without a statewide cap, and reassessment occurs on the county's reappraisal schedule (typically every 4 years) rather than at sale. Logan County provides exemptions for seniors 65+ and disabled homeowners — submit your claim to the Logan County Property Valuation Administrator before the deadline shown on your assessment notice. Request a copy of your assessment immediately after closing to verify accuracy and understand your county's appeal process.