Dawson County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 5,808.
The median annual property tax in Dawson County is $1,989, which is 1% higher than the Nebraska state average and 3% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $157,800. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,989
+1% vs State
+3% vs US
Median Home Value
$157,800
+3% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
-2% vs State
+33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,263
$189/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,676
$140/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 | $1,989 +6.3% | 1.26% |
| 2022 | $1,872 +1.9% | 1.37% |
| 2021 | $1,837 -0.9% | 1.49% |
| 2020 | $1,854 +0.4% | 1.63% |
| 2019 | $1,847 | 1.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,383
per year
Monthly Tax
$166
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Frontier County
Tax: $1,979/yr Rate: 1.43%
Cheyenne County
Tax: $2,248/yr Rate: 1.74%
Loup County
Tax: $965/yr Rate: 0.80%
Custer County
Tax: $1,849/yr Rate: 1.15%
Otoe County
Tax: $2,658/yr Rate: 1.44%
Box Butte County
Tax: $2,397/yr Rate: 1.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dawson County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dawson County is $1,989 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $157,800.
How does Dawson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dawson County are 3% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.26% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dawson County? ▼
In Dawson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,263 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,676. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dawson County? ▼
Property taxes in Dawson County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $65,383. 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.