When are property taxes due in Washington County, Kentucky?

Washington 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 Washington County, Kentucky?

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

How do I pay Washington County, Kentucky property taxes?

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

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Washington County Property Tax Due Date

Kentucky

2026 Property Tax Due Dates

Due Datein 170 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

Washington County Treasurer

How to Pay

Online

Pay using credit card or e-check

By Mail

Mail check payable to Washington 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.

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About Washington County

Washington County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. As of the 2020 census, its population was 12,027. Its county seat is Springfield. The county is named for George Washington. Washington County was the first county formed in the Commonwealth of Kentucky when it reached statehood, and the 16th county formed. The center of population of Kentucky is located in Washington County, in the city of Willisburg. Before 2025, the county was dry, meaning that the sale of alcohol was prohibited, but it contained the "wet" city of Springfield, where retail alcohol sales are allowed. This classified the jurisdiction as a moist county. The county become wet in November, 2024 after a ballot initiative. Three wineries operate in the county and are licensed separately to sell to the public. Jacob Beam, founder of Jim Beam whiskey, sold his first barrel of whiskey in Washington County.

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