Dawes County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,222.
The median annual property tax in Dawes County is $1,970, which is 0% higher than the Nebraska state average and 2% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.34% on a median home value of $146,500. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,970
+0% vs State
+2% vs US
Median Home Value
$146,500
-4% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.34%
+5% vs State
+41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,888
$157/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,171
$181/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 | $1,970 -0.8% | 1.34% |
| 2022 | $1,986 +4.1% | 1.40% |
| 2021 | $1,907 +9.2% | 1.45% |
| 2020 | $1,746 -3.7% | 1.39% |
| 2019 | $1,813 | 1.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,381
per year
Monthly Tax
$164
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Phelps County
Tax: $2,386/yr Rate: 1.38%
Arthur County
Tax: $1,574/yr Rate: 0.83%
Sioux County
Tax: $1,721/yr Rate: 1.21%
Richardson County
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 1.38%
Hooker County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 1.43%
Lancaster County
Tax: $4,055/yr Rate: 1.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dawes County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dawes County is $1,970 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.34% on a median home value of $146,500.
How does Dawes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dawes County are 2% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dawes County? ▼
In Dawes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,888 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,171. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dawes County? ▼
Property taxes in Dawes County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $54,381. 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.