Garden County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 648.
The median annual property tax in Garden County is $1,127, which is 43% lower than the Nebraska state average and 41% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.18% on a median home value of $95,500. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,127
-43% vs State
-41% vs US
Median Home Value
$95,500
-38% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.18%
-8% vs State
+24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,159
$97/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,109
$92/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 | $1,127 -0.4% | 1.18% |
| 2022 | $1,131 +0.7% | 1.23% |
| 2021 | $1,123 +7.6% | 1.42% |
| 2020 | $1,044 -5.2% | 1.35% |
| 2019 | $1,101 | 1.35% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,777
per year
Monthly Tax
$94
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Nemaha County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 1.41%
Cuming County
Tax: $1,815/yr Rate: 1.04%
Dodge County
Tax: $2,591/yr Rate: 1.38%
Washington County
Tax: $4,106/yr Rate: 1.48%
Cheyenne County
Tax: $2,248/yr Rate: 1.74%
Otoe County
Tax: $2,658/yr Rate: 1.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Garden County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Garden County is $1,127 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.18% on a median home value of $95,500.
How does Garden County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Garden County are 41% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.18% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Garden County? ▼
In Garden County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,159 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,109. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Garden County? ▼
Property taxes in Garden County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $44,777. 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.