Elko County, Nevada Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nevada. Population: 13,770.
The median annual property tax in Elko County is $1,434, which is 1% lower than the Nevada state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $282,400. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,434
-1% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$282,400
-6% vs State
+33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.51%
-2% vs State
-46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,674
$140/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,120
$93/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 | $1,434 -1.5% | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $1,456 +9.8% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $1,326 +4.7% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $1,266 +3.0% | 0.56% |
| 2019 | $1,229 | 0.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$83,427
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in Nevada
Lander County
Tax: $1,336/yr Rate: 0.63%
Storey County
Tax: $1,578/yr Rate: 0.40%
Douglas County
Tax: $2,649/yr Rate: 0.45%
Clark County
Tax: $1,990/yr Rate: 0.50%
Carson City
Tax: $1,781/yr Rate: 0.42%
Humboldt County
Tax: $1,309/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Elko County, Nevada? ▼
The median annual property tax in Elko County is $1,434 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $282,400.
How does Elko County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Elko County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Elko County? ▼
In Elko County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,674 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,120. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Elko County? ▼
Property taxes in Elko County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $83,427. 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.