Douglas County, Nevada Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nevada. Population: 16,532.
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $2,649, which is 84% higher than the Nevada state average and 38% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.45% on a median home value of $587,400. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,649
+84% vs State
+38% vs US
Median Home Value
$587,400
+95% vs State
+178% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.45%
-13% vs State
-53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,549
$212/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,839
$237/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 | $2,649 +3.6% | 0.45% |
| 2022 | $2,557 +4.7% | 0.48% |
| 2021 | $2,443 +4.7% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $2,334 +4.2% | 0.56% |
| 2019 | $2,239 | 0.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$88,018
per year
Monthly Tax
$221
per month
Other Counties in Nevada
Pershing County
Tax: $1,159/yr Rate: 0.70%
Carson City
Tax: $1,781/yr Rate: 0.42%
Lander County
Tax: $1,336/yr Rate: 0.63%
Nye County
Tax: $1,256/yr Rate: 0.47%
Elko County
Tax: $1,434/yr Rate: 0.51%
Esmeralda County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Douglas County, Nevada? ▼
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $2,649 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.45% on a median home value of $587,400.
How does Douglas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County are 38% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.45% 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 $2,549 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,839. 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 3.0% of the median household income of $88,018. 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.