Gage County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 6,622.
The median annual property tax in Gage County is $2,406, which is 22% higher than the Nebraska state average and 25% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $167,100. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,406
+22% vs State
+25% vs US
Median Home Value
$167,100
+9% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.44%
+12% vs State
+52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,530
$211/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,267
$189/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 | $2,406 +7.8% | 1.44% |
| 2022 | $2,231 +11.0% | 1.43% |
| 2021 | $2,010 +3.4% | 1.52% |
| 2020 | $1,944 +2.2% | 1.57% |
| 2019 | $1,903 | 1.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,426
per year
Monthly Tax
$201
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Dakota County
Tax: $2,680/yr Rate: 1.59%
Grant County
Tax: $853/yr Rate: 0.75%
Red Willow County
Tax: $1,811/yr Rate: 1.26%
Webster County
Tax: $1,468/yr Rate: 1.44%
Dodge County
Tax: $2,591/yr Rate: 1.38%
Perkins County
Tax: $1,513/yr Rate: 1.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gage County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gage County is $2,406 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $167,100.
How does Gage County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gage County are 25% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gage County? ▼
In Gage County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,530 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,267. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gage County? ▼
Property taxes in Gage County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $64,426. 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.