Thomas County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 222.
The median annual property tax in Thomas County is $1,228, which is 38% lower than the Nebraska state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $113,000. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,228
-38% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$113,000
-26% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.09%
-15% vs State
+15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,567
$131/mo
Without Mortgage
$913
$76/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 | $1,228 -6.9% | 1.09% |
| 2022 | $1,319 -4.9% | 0.94% |
| 2021 | $1,387 -3.0% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $1,430 -9.3% | 1.19% |
| 2019 | $1,576 | 1.32% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,708
per year
Monthly Tax
$102
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Hayes County
Tax: $1,429/yr Rate: 1.27%
Valley County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.55%
Keith County
Tax: $2,204/yr Rate: 1.40%
Johnson County
Tax: $1,993/yr Rate: 1.52%
Harlan County
Tax: $1,690/yr Rate: 1.15%
Sarpy County
Tax: $5,157/yr Rate: 1.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Thomas County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Thomas County is $1,228 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $113,000.
How does Thomas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Thomas County are 36% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.09% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Thomas County? ▼
In Thomas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,567 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $913. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Thomas County? ▼
Property taxes in Thomas County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $72,708. 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.