Cass County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 8,854.
The median annual property tax in Cass County is $3,545, which is 80% higher than the Nebraska state average and 84% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $247,200. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,545
+80% vs State
+84% vs US
Median Home Value
$247,200
+62% vs State
+17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.43%
+12% vs State
+51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,703
$309/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,267
$272/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 | $3,545 +2.1% | 1.43% |
| 2022 | $3,473 +5.8% | 1.48% |
| 2021 | $3,283 +2.9% | 1.59% |
| 2020 | $3,189 +2.5% | 1.63% |
| 2019 | $3,111 | 1.79% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$88,255
per year
Monthly Tax
$295
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Pawnee County
Tax: $1,191/yr Rate: 1.59%
Hooker County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 1.43%
Kearney County
Tax: $2,675/yr Rate: 1.23%
Valley County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.55%
Thurston County
Tax: $1,599/yr Rate: 1.52%
Holt County
Tax: $1,731/yr Rate: 1.14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cass County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cass County is $3,545 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $247,200.
How does Cass County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cass County are 84% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cass County? ▼
In Cass County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,703 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,267. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cass County? ▼
Property taxes in Cass County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $88,255. 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.