Burt County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,213.
The median annual property tax in Burt County is $1,824, which is 8% lower than the Nebraska state average and 5% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $125,400. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,824
-8% vs State
-5% vs US
Median Home Value
$125,400
-18% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.45%
+13% vs State
+53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,915
$160/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,715
$143/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 | $1,824 +3.1% | 1.45% |
| 2022 | $1,769 +8.3% | 1.44% |
| 2021 | $1,633 +8.1% | 1.44% |
| 2020 | $1,511 +1.6% | 1.44% |
| 2019 | $1,487 | 1.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,303
per year
Monthly Tax
$152
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Franklin County
Tax: $1,123/yr Rate: 1.13%
Hall County
Tax: $2,854/yr Rate: 1.37%
Thayer County
Tax: $1,207/yr Rate: 1.14%
Perkins County
Tax: $1,513/yr Rate: 1.01%
Dakota County
Tax: $2,680/yr Rate: 1.59%
Sarpy County
Tax: $5,157/yr Rate: 1.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Burt County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Burt County is $1,824 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $125,400.
How does Burt County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Burt County are 5% below 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 Burt County? ▼
In Burt County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,915 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,715. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Burt County? ▼
Property taxes in Burt County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $57,303. 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.