42325 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 42325 (Bremen, Kentucky) pay a median of $819/year in property taxes on homes valued at $137,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.60%, which is 21% below the Kentucky state average of 0.75%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 42325 is approximately $68, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Muhlenberg County. This is $278 less than the Kentucky average of $1,097/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kentucky, 42325 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 41164 (0.59%) and 41777 (0.59%).

In Bremen, property taxes represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $49,906, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kentucky property assessments follow the county's reappraisal cycle rather than resetting at sale — you will not automatically see a tax increase when you purchase until Muhlenberg County's next reappraisal cycle begins. Muhlenberg County seniors 65+, disabled persons, and qualifying veterans qualify for homestead exemptions; file your application with the Muhlenberg County Property Valuation Administrator immediately after closing. Check your first assessment notice for the county's appeal deadline and submit a formal objection if comparable sales support a lower value.