42544 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 42544 (Nancy, Kentucky) pay a median of $822/year in property taxes on homes valued at $157,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.52%, which is 31% below the Kentucky state average of 0.75%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 42544 is approximately $69, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Pulaski County. This is $275 less than the Kentucky average of $1,097/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Kentucky, 42544 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 40445 (0.52%) and 42157 (0.52%).

In Nancy, property taxes represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $55,379, 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.