Buffalo County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 12,812.
The median annual property tax in Buffalo County is $3,435, which is 74% higher than the Nebraska state average and 79% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $236,800. Property taxes represent 4.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,435
+74% vs State
+79% vs US
Median Home Value
$236,800
+55% vs State
+12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.45%
+13% vs State
+53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,515
$293/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,312
$276/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,435 +4.1% | 1.45% |
| 2022 | $3,299 +10.3% | 1.51% |
| 2021 | $2,992 +5.2% | 1.56% |
| 2020 | $2,844 +3.0% | 1.53% |
| 2019 | $2,760 | 1.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,570
per year
Monthly Tax
$286
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Harlan County
Tax: $1,690/yr Rate: 1.15%
Greeley County
Tax: $1,372/yr Rate: 1.56%
Colfax County
Tax: $1,612/yr Rate: 1.25%
Dixon County
Tax: $1,714/yr Rate: 1.21%
Kearney County
Tax: $2,675/yr Rate: 1.23%
Dodge County
Tax: $2,591/yr Rate: 1.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Buffalo County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Buffalo County is $3,435 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $236,800.
How does Buffalo County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Buffalo County are 79% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.45% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Buffalo County? ▼
In Buffalo County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,515 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,312. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Buffalo County? ▼
Property taxes in Buffalo County represent approximately 4.6% of the median household income of $74,570. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.