Adams County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 8,859.
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $2,670, which is 35% higher than the Nebraska state average and 39% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $185,800. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,670
+35% vs State
+39% vs US
Median Home Value
$185,800
+22% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.44%
+12% vs State
+52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,774
$231/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,559
$213/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 | $2,670 +5.3% | 1.44% |
| 2022 | $2,535 +8.4% | 1.52% |
| 2021 | $2,338 +6.7% | 1.63% |
| 2020 | $2,192 +3.6% | 1.59% |
| 2019 | $2,116 | 1.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,680
per year
Monthly Tax
$223
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Cedar County
Tax: $1,827/yr Rate: 1.04%
Thomas County
Tax: $1,228/yr Rate: 1.09%
Antelope County
Tax: $1,426/yr Rate: 1.22%
Seward County
Tax: $2,791/yr Rate: 1.20%
Frontier County
Tax: $1,979/yr Rate: 1.43%
Blaine County
Tax: $1,211/yr Rate: 1.19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Adams County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $2,670 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $185,800.
How does Adams County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County are 39% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Adams County? ▼
In Adams County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,774 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,559. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Adams County? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $65,680. 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.