42518 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 42518 (Bronston, Kentucky) pay a median of $926/year in property taxes on homes valued at $132,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.70%, which is 7% below the Kentucky state average of 0.75%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 42518 is approximately $77, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Wayne County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kentucky, 42518 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 42210 (0.70%) and 41041 (0.70%).

In Bronston, property taxes represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $52,472, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kentucky property taxes are based on Wayne County's reappraisal cycle (typically every 4 years), not the sale price — you may keep the prior owner's assessment until the next county-wide update. Wayne County seniors 65+, disabled homeowners, and eligible veterans can claim homestead exemptions; submit your claim to the Wayne County Property Valuation Administrator before the deadline on your assessment notice. Review your assessment record for accuracy and file a formal appeal by the county's published deadline if the valuation exceeds comparable properties.