Howard County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 1,847.
The median annual property tax in Howard County is $2,314, which is 17% higher than the Nebraska state average and 20% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $205,200. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,314
+17% vs State
+20% vs US
Median Home Value
$205,200
+34% vs State
-3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
-12% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,356
$196/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,248
$187/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 | $2,314 +4.3% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $2,219 +13.5% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,955 -0.8% | 1.18% |
| 2020 | $1,970 -7.1% | 1.27% |
| 2019 | $2,121 | 1.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,508
per year
Monthly Tax
$193
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Sherman County
Tax: $1,652/yr Rate: 1.22%
Polk County
Tax: $1,748/yr Rate: 0.98%
Johnson County
Tax: $1,993/yr Rate: 1.52%
Loup County
Tax: $965/yr Rate: 0.80%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,123/yr Rate: 1.13%
Furnas County
Tax: $1,330/yr Rate: 1.45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Howard County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Howard County is $2,314 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $205,200.
How does Howard County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Howard County are 20% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.13% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Howard County? ▼
In Howard County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,356 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,248. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Howard County? ▼
Property taxes in Howard County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $74,508. 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.