Clay County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 1,996.
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $1,886, which is 4% lower than the Nebraska state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $146,300. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,886
-4% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$146,300
-4% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
+1% vs State
+36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,090
$174/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,763
$147/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 | $1,886 +8.0% | 1.29% |
| 2022 | $1,747 +5.6% | 1.35% |
| 2021 | $1,654 +5.3% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $1,571 +4.1% | 1.53% |
| 2019 | $1,509 | 1.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,938
per year
Monthly Tax
$157
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Dawson County
Tax: $1,989/yr Rate: 1.26%
McPherson County
Tax: $1,320/yr Rate: 1.06%
Frontier County
Tax: $1,979/yr Rate: 1.43%
Cuming County
Tax: $1,815/yr Rate: 1.04%
Custer County
Tax: $1,849/yr Rate: 1.15%
Greeley County
Tax: $1,372/yr Rate: 1.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clay County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $1,886 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $146,300.
How does Clay County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clay County? ▼
In Clay County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,090 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,763. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clay County? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $75,938. 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.