Sarpy County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 51,311.
The median annual property tax in Sarpy County is $5,157, which is 162% higher than the Nebraska state average and 168% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.79% on a median home value of $287,600. Property taxes represent 5.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,157
+162% vs State
+168% vs US
Median Home Value
$287,600
+88% vs State
+36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.79%
+40% vs State
+88% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,394
$450/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,696
$391/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 | $5,157 +6.3% | 1.79% |
| 2022 | $4,853 +8.1% | 1.85% |
| 2021 | $4,489 +6.2% | 1.98% |
| 2020 | $4,226 +7.6% | 2.00% |
| 2019 | $3,928 | 2.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$101,402
per year
Monthly Tax
$430
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Antelope County
Tax: $1,426/yr Rate: 1.22%
Nuckolls County
Tax: $1,164/yr Rate: 1.28%
Scotts Bluff County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 1.49%
Adams County
Tax: $2,670/yr Rate: 1.44%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,709/yr Rate: 1.45%
Cass County
Tax: $3,545/yr Rate: 1.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sarpy County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sarpy County is $5,157 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.79% on a median home value of $287,600.
How does Sarpy County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sarpy County are 168% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.79% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sarpy County? ▼
In Sarpy County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,394 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,696. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sarpy County? ▼
Property taxes in Sarpy County represent approximately 5.1% of the median household income of $101,402. 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.