Douglas County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 145,152.
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $4,295, which is 118% higher than the Nebraska state average and 123% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.75% on a median home value of $245,800. Property taxes represent 5.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,295
+118% vs State
+123% vs US
Median Home Value
$245,800
+61% vs State
+16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.75%
+37% vs State
+84% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,429
$369/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,980
$332/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 | $4,295 +7.6% | 1.75% |
| 2022 | $3,991 +8.9% | 1.76% |
| 2021 | $3,666 +5.2% | 1.90% |
| 2020 | $3,484 +2.1% | 1.94% |
| 2019 | $3,413 | 2.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,081
per year
Monthly Tax
$358
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Burt County
Tax: $1,824/yr Rate: 1.45%
Blaine County
Tax: $1,211/yr Rate: 1.19%
Nemaha County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 1.41%
Thomas County
Tax: $1,228/yr Rate: 1.09%
Wayne County
Tax: $2,432/yr Rate: 1.19%
Howard County
Tax: $2,314/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Douglas County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $4,295 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.75% on a median home value of $245,800.
How does Douglas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County are 123% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
In Douglas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,429 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,980. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County represent approximately 5.4% of the median household income of $79,081. 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.