Merrick County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,587.
The median annual property tax in Merrick County is $1,969, which is 0% higher than the Nebraska state average and 2% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.17% on a median home value of $168,000. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,969
+0% vs State
+2% vs US
Median Home Value
$168,000
+10% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.17%
-9% vs State
+23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,960
$163/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,983
$165/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 | $1,969 -2.9% | 1.17% |
| 2022 | $2,027 +15.7% | 1.27% |
| 2021 | $1,752 +3.6% | 1.27% |
| 2020 | $1,691 +8.5% | 1.41% |
| 2019 | $1,558 | 1.35% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,849
per year
Monthly Tax
$164
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Hall County
Tax: $2,854/yr Rate: 1.37%
Saunders County
Tax: $3,247/yr Rate: 1.35%
Loup County
Tax: $965/yr Rate: 0.80%
Morrill County
Tax: $1,453/yr Rate: 1.30%
Box Butte County
Tax: $2,397/yr Rate: 1.49%
Cedar County
Tax: $1,827/yr Rate: 1.04%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Merrick County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Merrick County is $1,969 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.17% on a median home value of $168,000.
How does Merrick County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Merrick County are 2% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.17% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Merrick County? ▼
In Merrick County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,960 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,983. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Merrick County? ▼
Property taxes in Merrick County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $62,849. 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.