Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Hazard, Kentucky
Median Hazard, Kentucky effective property tax rate: 1.04%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Kentucky state median of 1.02%.
Median Hazard, Kentucky home value: $15,000
Median annual Hazard, Kentucky tax bill: $208, $2,192 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Perry calculated?
Property taxes in Hazard, Kentucky are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Hazard's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Hazard, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$156
$145
How Does the Hazard Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Hazard property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Hazard's median effective tax rate of 1.04% — based on actual property records in Perry County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Hazard's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Hazard: rates range from 1.04% in 41701 to 1.04% in 41701, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Hazard.
About Hazard Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Hazard, Perry, Kentucky
Hazard's median effective property tax rate of 1.04% is lower than the Kentucky state median of 1.02% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Perry County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Hazard. Homeowners in the 41701 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.04%, while those in the 41701 pay 1.04%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Perry County. Understanding which part of Hazard you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Hazard homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the May 18, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Hazard's effective property tax rate to other cities in Kentucky and the median property tax rates in Kentucky and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Hazard Tax Rate
1.04%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Perry County Tax Rate
1.04%
Median Effective Kentucky Tax Rate
1.02%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41701 | 1.04% | 1.04% | 1.04% | 1.13% | 1.13% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky
When examining property taxes in Hazard, Kentucky, understanding the distinction between “market value” and “assessed value” is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Perry County property tax authority estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Perry County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. For example, the median home price in Hazard is $15,000, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 41701 has the highest median home price at $15,000.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky
Source: Ownwell
$5,000
$18,600
$32,200
Median Hazard Market Value
$15,000
Median Perry County Market Value
$11,500
Median Kentucky Market Value
$116,000
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41701 | $2,000 | $5,000 | $15,000 | $52,500 | $125,000 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky
Hazard property tax bills are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the property’s market value. For homeowners in Perry County, the size of the bill depends on how the property is valued and whether any exemptions apply. A lower assessed value generally means a lower tax bill, while a higher assessment can raise what a homeowner owes.
The median home price in Hazard is $15,000, and the median property tax bill is $208.00. That is far below the national median property tax bill of $2,400, showing how much lighter the burden can be in this area. Still, bills can vary widely: the 25th percentile is $62, the 75th percentile is $635, and the 90th percentile reaches $1,429. For homeowners, these differences can affect monthly housing costs and long-term affordability.
Median Hazard Tax Bill
$208
Median Perry County Tax Bill
$150
Median Kentucky Tax Bill
$1,071
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41701 | $36 | $62 | $208 | $635 | $1,429 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 18 |
Links | |
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| Perry Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |