Kearney County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,140.
The median annual property tax in Kearney County is $2,675, which is 36% higher than the Nebraska state average and 39% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.23% on a median home value of $218,300. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,675
+36% vs State
+39% vs US
Median Home Value
$218,300
+43% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.23%
-4% vs State
+29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,137
$261/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,286
$191/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 | $2,675 +4.9% | 1.23% |
| 2022 | $2,549 +8.6% | 1.25% |
| 2021 | $2,348 +17.8% | 1.30% |
| 2020 | $1,994 +5.0% | 1.23% |
| 2019 | $1,899 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,167
per year
Monthly Tax
$223
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Fillmore County
Tax: $1,481/yr Rate: 1.13%
Platte County
Tax: $2,789/yr Rate: 1.34%
Keya Paha County
Tax: $1,240/yr Rate: 1.14%
Dawes County
Tax: $1,970/yr Rate: 1.34%
Banner County
Tax: $2,516/yr Rate: 1.51%
Polk County
Tax: $1,748/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kearney County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kearney County is $2,675 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.23% on a median home value of $218,300.
How does Kearney County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kearney County are 39% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.23% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kearney County? ▼
In Kearney County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,137 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,286. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kearney County? ▼
Property taxes in Kearney County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $79,167. 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.