Custer County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 3,159.
The median annual property tax in Custer County is $1,849, which is 6% lower than the Nebraska state average and 4% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $160,500. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,849
-6% vs State
-4% vs US
Median Home Value
$160,500
+5% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.15%
-10% vs State
+21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,096
$175/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,530
$128/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 | $1,849 +13.6% | 1.15% |
| 2022 | $1,628 +11.7% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,458 -3.7% | 1.26% |
| 2020 | $1,514 +8.5% | 1.30% |
| 2019 | $1,396 | 1.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,310
per year
Monthly Tax
$154
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Blaine County
Tax: $1,211/yr Rate: 1.19%
Kearney County
Tax: $2,675/yr Rate: 1.23%
Sherman County
Tax: $1,652/yr Rate: 1.22%
Dawson County
Tax: $1,989/yr Rate: 1.26%
Keith County
Tax: $2,204/yr Rate: 1.40%
Adams County
Tax: $2,670/yr Rate: 1.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Custer County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Custer County is $1,849 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $160,500.
How does Custer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Custer County are 4% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.15% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Custer County? ▼
In Custer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,096 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,530. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Custer County? ▼
Property taxes in Custer County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $66,310. 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.