Jefferson County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,247.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $1,709, which is 13% lower than the Nebraska state average and 11% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $117,600. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,709
-13% vs State
-11% vs US
Median Home Value
$117,600
-23% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.45%
+13% vs State
+53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,018
$168/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,517
$126/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 | $1,709 +2.8% | 1.45% |
| 2022 | $1,663 +13.2% | 1.43% |
| 2021 | $1,469 +5.3% | 1.45% |
| 2020 | $1,395 +9.1% | 1.41% |
| 2019 | $1,279 | 1.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,568
per year
Monthly Tax
$142
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Hitchcock County
Tax: $1,105/yr Rate: 1.24%
Furnas County
Tax: $1,330/yr Rate: 1.45%
Madison County
Tax: $2,619/yr Rate: 1.34%
Merrick County
Tax: $1,969/yr Rate: 1.17%
Sarpy County
Tax: $5,157/yr Rate: 1.79%
Rock County
Tax: $1,264/yr Rate: 1.02%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $1,709 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $117,600.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 11% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.45% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,018 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,517. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $60,568. 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.