When are property taxes due in Letcher County, Kentucky?

Letcher County property taxes are due December 31. This deadline applies to all counties in Kentucky.

What is the penalty for late property tax payment in Letcher County, Kentucky?

The late payment penalty in Letcher County is 5% (Jan 1–Apr 30), 10% (May 1+).

How do I pay Letcher County, Kentucky property taxes?

You can pay Letcher County property taxes via Online, mail, in-person.

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Letcher County Property Tax Due Date

Kentucky

2026 Property Tax Due Dates

Due Datein 227 days

December 31

Face amount due (varies by county)

Penalty: 5% (Jan 1–Apr 30), 10% (May 1+)Grace period: Until Dec 31 for face amount

Payment Methods

Online, Mail, In-Person

Letcher County Treasurer

How to Pay

Online

Pay using credit card or e-check

By Mail

Mail check payable to Letcher County Treasurer

In Person

Visit the Treasurer's office

About Property Taxes in Kentucky

Kentucky property taxes are administered at the county level, with property assessed at 100% of fair cash value by the county property valuation administrator (PVA). Tax bills are mailed in the fall with a discount period for early payment. Kentucky also taxes some tangible personal property (for businesses), but residential personal property like vehicles is taxed separately through local registration fees in most jurisdictions.

Payment & Assessment

Kentucky property taxes offer a discount for early payment: 2% discount: If paid by November 1 Face value: November 2 through December 31 5% penalty: January 1 through April 30 10% penalty: May 1 and later; sheriff's tax bill transferred to county clerk Most counties offer online payment. Contact your county sheriff's office (which collects property taxes in Kentucky) for payment options.

Statewide framework for Kentucky. Your county's specific rates and deadlines are shown above.