Cherry County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 1,382.
The median annual property tax in Cherry County is $1,373, which is 30% lower than the Nebraska state average and 29% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $136,000. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,373
-30% vs State
-29% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,000
-11% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.01%
-21% vs State
+6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,357
$113/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,398
$117/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 | $1,373 -12.5% | 1.01% |
| 2022 | $1,570 +16.1% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,352 -7.4% | 1.09% |
| 2020 | $1,460 +1.4% | 1.17% |
| 2019 | $1,440 | 1.24% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,750
per year
Monthly Tax
$114
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Nuckolls County
Tax: $1,164/yr Rate: 1.28%
Otoe County
Tax: $2,658/yr Rate: 1.44%
Buffalo County
Tax: $3,435/yr Rate: 1.45%
Boone County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 1.02%
Deuel County
Tax: $1,455/yr Rate: 1.50%
Brown County
Tax: $1,082/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cherry County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cherry County is $1,373 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $136,000.
How does Cherry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cherry County are 29% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.01% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cherry County? ▼
In Cherry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,357 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,398. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cherry County? ▼
Property taxes in Cherry County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $63,750. 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.