Cheyenne County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,912.
The median annual property tax in Cheyenne County is $2,248, which is 14% higher than the Nebraska state average and 17% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.74% on a median home value of $129,100. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,248
+14% vs State
+17% vs US
Median Home Value
$129,100
-16% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.74%
+36% vs State
+83% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,640
$220/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,858
$155/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 | $2,248 +7.7% | 1.74% |
| 2022 | $2,087 +4.4% | 1.78% |
| 2021 | $1,999 +4.3% | 1.96% |
| 2020 | $1,917 -3.3% | 1.94% |
| 2019 | $1,982 | 1.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,594
per year
Monthly Tax
$187
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Franklin County
Tax: $1,123/yr Rate: 1.13%
Antelope County
Tax: $1,426/yr Rate: 1.22%
Nance County
Tax: $1,470/yr Rate: 1.20%
York County
Tax: $2,115/yr Rate: 1.20%
Burt County
Tax: $1,824/yr Rate: 1.45%
Washington County
Tax: $4,106/yr Rate: 1.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cheyenne County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cheyenne County is $2,248 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.74% on a median home value of $129,100.
How does Cheyenne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cheyenne County are 17% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.74% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cheyenne County? ▼
In Cheyenne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,640 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,858. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cheyenne County? ▼
Property taxes in Cheyenne County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $57,594. 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.