42420 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 42420 (Henderson, Kentucky) pay a median of $1,512/year in property taxes on homes valued at $164,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.92%, which is 22% above the Kentucky state average of 0.75%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 42420 is approximately $126, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Henderson County. This is $415 more than the Kentucky average of $1,097/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kentucky, 42420 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 40047 (0.92%) and 40013 (0.92%).

In Henderson, property taxes represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $56,661, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kentucky has no statewide reassessment-at-sale requirement — your property taxes follow Henderson County's reappraisal cycle, which may not update for several years after your purchase. Henderson County offers homestead exemptions for owners 65+, disabled residents, and qualifying veterans; file your application with the Henderson County Property Valuation Administrator within 30 days of establishing residency. Request your assessment details and file a timely appeal if you believe the valuation does not reflect current market conditions.