Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 10,314.
The median annual property tax in Scotts Bluff County is $2,401, which is 22% higher than the Nebraska state average and 25% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $161,400. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,401
+22% vs State
+25% vs US
Median Home Value
$161,400
+6% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.49%
+16% vs State
+57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,512
$209/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,230
$186/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 | $2,401 +6.1% | 1.49% |
| 2022 | $2,264 +9.8% | 1.50% |
| 2021 | $2,062 +3.3% | 1.49% |
| 2020 | $1,996 -2.2% | 1.53% |
| 2019 | $2,041 | 1.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,960
per year
Monthly Tax
$200
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Nuckolls County
Tax: $1,164/yr Rate: 1.28%
Burt County
Tax: $1,824/yr Rate: 1.45%
Antelope County
Tax: $1,426/yr Rate: 1.22%
Saline County
Tax: $2,445/yr Rate: 1.35%
Merrick County
Tax: $1,969/yr Rate: 1.17%
Furnas County
Tax: $1,330/yr Rate: 1.45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Scotts Bluff County is $2,401 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $161,400.
How does Scotts Bluff County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Scotts Bluff County are 25% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Scotts Bluff County? ▼
In Scotts Bluff County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,512 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,230. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Scotts Bluff County? ▼
Property taxes in Scotts Bluff County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $60,960. 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.