Hamilton County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,903.
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $2,287, which is 16% higher than the Nebraska state average and 19% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $238,700. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,287
+16% vs State
+19% vs US
Median Home Value
$238,700
+56% vs State
+13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.96%
-25% vs State
+1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,398
$200/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,093
$174/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 | $2,287 +11.9% | 0.96% |
| 2022 | $2,044 +4.6% | 1.02% |
| 2021 | $1,954 +8.8% | 1.10% |
| 2020 | $1,796 +1.8% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $1,765 | 1.14% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,884
per year
Monthly Tax
$191
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Keya Paha County
Tax: $1,240/yr Rate: 1.14%
Grant County
Tax: $853/yr Rate: 0.75%
Lancaster County
Tax: $4,055/yr Rate: 1.57%
Scotts Bluff County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 1.49%
Merrick County
Tax: $1,969/yr Rate: 1.17%
Howard County
Tax: $2,314/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hamilton County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $2,287 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $238,700.
How does Hamilton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County are 19% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.96% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
In Hamilton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,398 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,093. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $79,884. 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.