42533 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 42533 (Ferguson, Kentucky) pay a median of $696/year in property taxes on homes valued at $115,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.61%, which is 20% below the Kentucky state average of 0.75%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 42533 is approximately $58, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Pulaski County. This is $401 less than the Kentucky average of $1,097/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kentucky, 42533 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 42220 (0.60%) and 42133 (0.61%).

In Ferguson, property taxes represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $35,893, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Kentucky assessments follow Pulaski County's reappraisal schedule, not the purchase price — your property will not automatically reassess upward at closing until the next county-wide reappraisal cycle. Pulaski County offers homestead exemptions for owners 65+, disabled persons, and qualifying veterans; file your application with the Pulaski County Property Valuation Administrator within 30 days of closing. Request your assessment worksheet, verify accuracy of all property details, and file a written appeal with supporting comparable sales if needed.