Garfield County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 558.
The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $2,085, which is 6% higher than the Nebraska state average and 8% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $144,900. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,085
+6% vs State
+8% vs US
Median Home Value
$144,900
-5% vs State
-32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.44%
+12% vs State
+52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,347
$196/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,865
$155/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 | $2,085 +31.6% | 1.44% |
| 2022 | $1,584 +11.8% | 1.28% |
| 2021 | $1,417 +2.5% | 1.24% |
| 2020 | $1,383 -7.1% | 1.30% |
| 2019 | $1,489 | 1.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,611
per year
Monthly Tax
$174
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Cheyenne County
Tax: $2,248/yr Rate: 1.74%
Burt County
Tax: $1,824/yr Rate: 1.45%
Custer County
Tax: $1,849/yr Rate: 1.15%
Butler County
Tax: $1,941/yr Rate: 1.17%
Pawnee County
Tax: $1,191/yr Rate: 1.59%
Otoe County
Tax: $2,658/yr Rate: 1.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Garfield County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $2,085 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $144,900.
How does Garfield County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Garfield County are 8% 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 Garfield County? ▼
In Garfield County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,347 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,865. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Garfield County? ▼
Property taxes in Garfield County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $68,611. 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.