Valley County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 1,328.
The median annual property tax in Valley County is $1,897, which is 4% lower than the Nebraska state average and 1% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.55% on a median home value of $122,200. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,897
-4% vs State
-1% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,200
-20% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.55%
+21% vs State
+63% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,081
$173/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,745
$145/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 | $1,897 -1.2% | 1.55% |
| 2022 | $1,920 +2.3% | 1.53% |
| 2021 | $1,876 +12.3% | 1.60% |
| 2020 | $1,671 -5.4% | 1.51% |
| 2019 | $1,767 | 1.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,902
per year
Monthly Tax
$158
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Douglas County
Tax: $4,295/yr Rate: 1.75%
Gage County
Tax: $2,406/yr Rate: 1.44%
Knox County
Tax: $1,426/yr Rate: 1.22%
Dixon County
Tax: $1,714/yr Rate: 1.21%
Cheyenne County
Tax: $2,248/yr Rate: 1.74%
Thayer County
Tax: $1,207/yr Rate: 1.14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Valley County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Valley County is $1,897 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.55% on a median home value of $122,200.
How does Valley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Valley County are 1% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Valley County? ▼
In Valley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,081 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,745. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Valley County? ▼
Property taxes in Valley County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $58,902. 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.