Nemaha County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 1,985.
The median annual property tax in Nemaha County is $1,761, which is 11% lower than the Nebraska state average and 8% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.41% on a median home value of $125,100. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,761
-11% vs State
-8% vs US
Median Home Value
$125,100
-18% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.41%
+10% vs State
+48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,606
$134/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,867
$156/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 | $1,761 +7.1% | 1.41% |
| 2022 | $1,645 +8.4% | 1.39% |
| 2021 | $1,518 +1.5% | 1.51% |
| 2020 | $1,495 -8.3% | 1.54% |
| 2019 | $1,631 | 1.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,132
per year
Monthly Tax
$147
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Adams County
Tax: $2,670/yr Rate: 1.44%
Harlan County
Tax: $1,690/yr Rate: 1.15%
Dundy County
Tax: $971/yr Rate: 0.82%
Saunders County
Tax: $3,247/yr Rate: 1.35%
Thurston County
Tax: $1,599/yr Rate: 1.52%
Lincoln County
Tax: $2,704/yr Rate: 1.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Nemaha County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Nemaha County is $1,761 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.41% on a median home value of $125,100.
How does Nemaha County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Nemaha County are 8% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Nemaha County? ▼
In Nemaha County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,606 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,867. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Nemaha County? ▼
Property taxes in Nemaha County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $60,132. 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.