Lincoln County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 9,357.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $2,704, which is 37% higher than the Nebraska state average and 41% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $183,100. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,704
+37% vs State
+41% vs US
Median Home Value
$183,100
+20% vs State
-13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.48%
+16% vs State
+56% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,747
$229/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,637
$220/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 | $2,704 +1.6% | 1.48% |
| 2022 | $2,662 +5.0% | 1.59% |
| 2021 | $2,535 +2.2% | 1.62% |
| 2020 | $2,480 +3.4% | 1.62% |
| 2019 | $2,399 | 1.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,342
per year
Monthly Tax
$225
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Rock County
Tax: $1,264/yr Rate: 1.02%
Grant County
Tax: $853/yr Rate: 0.75%
Antelope County
Tax: $1,426/yr Rate: 1.22%
Dundy County
Tax: $971/yr Rate: 0.82%
Saunders County
Tax: $3,247/yr Rate: 1.35%
Nemaha County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 1.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $2,704 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $183,100.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 41% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,747 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,637. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $64,342. 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.