Rock County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 441.
The median annual property tax in Rock County is $1,264, which is 36% lower than the Nebraska state average and 34% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $124,400. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,264
-36% vs State
-34% vs US
Median Home Value
$124,400
-19% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.02%
-20% vs State
+7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,154
$96/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,301
$108/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 | $1,264 +26.4% | 1.02% |
| 2022 | $1,000 -7.4% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $1,080 -5.1% | 1.22% |
| 2020 | $1,138 +0.8% | 1.24% |
| 2019 | $1,129 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,500
per year
Monthly Tax
$105
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Thomas County
Tax: $1,228/yr Rate: 1.09%
Garfield County
Tax: $2,085/yr Rate: 1.44%
Thayer County
Tax: $1,207/yr Rate: 1.14%
Howard County
Tax: $2,314/yr Rate: 1.13%
Sherman County
Tax: $1,652/yr Rate: 1.22%
Keith County
Tax: $2,204/yr Rate: 1.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rock County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rock County is $1,264 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $124,400.
How does Rock County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rock County are 34% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.02% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rock County? ▼
In Rock County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,154 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,301. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rock County? ▼
Property taxes in Rock County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $57,500. 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.