Cedar County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,692.
The median annual property tax in Cedar County is $1,827, which is 7% lower than the Nebraska state average and 5% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $175,500. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,827
-7% vs State
-5% vs US
Median Home Value
$175,500
+15% vs State
-17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
-19% vs State
+9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,818
$152/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,834
$153/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 | $1,827 +13.6% | 1.04% |
| 2022 | $1,608 +7.1% | 1.00% |
| 2021 | $1,502 +8.1% | 1.12% |
| 2020 | $1,389 +0.1% | 1.14% |
| 2019 | $1,387 | 1.14% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,977
per year
Monthly Tax
$152
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Buffalo County
Tax: $3,435/yr Rate: 1.45%
Blaine County
Tax: $1,211/yr Rate: 1.19%
Saline County
Tax: $2,445/yr Rate: 1.35%
Hayes County
Tax: $1,429/yr Rate: 1.27%
Banner County
Tax: $2,516/yr Rate: 1.51%
Webster County
Tax: $1,468/yr Rate: 1.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cedar County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cedar County is $1,827 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $175,500.
How does Cedar County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cedar County are 5% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.04% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cedar County? ▼
In Cedar County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,818 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,834. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cedar County? ▼
Property taxes in Cedar County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $73,977. 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.