Hayes County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 254.
The median annual property tax in Hayes County is $1,429, which is 28% lower than the Nebraska state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $112,800. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,429
-28% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$112,800
-26% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.27%
-1% vs State
+34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,088
$174/mo
Without Mortgage
$994
$83/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 | $1,429 +8.2% | 1.27% |
| 2022 | $1,321 +6.1% | 1.26% |
| 2021 | $1,245 +3.4% | 1.45% |
| 2020 | $1,204 +4.2% | 1.49% |
| 2019 | $1,156 | 1.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,313
per year
Monthly Tax
$119
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Gage County
Tax: $2,406/yr Rate: 1.44%
Pierce County
Tax: $2,115/yr Rate: 1.16%
Washington County
Tax: $4,106/yr Rate: 1.48%
Adams County
Tax: $2,670/yr Rate: 1.44%
Hall County
Tax: $2,854/yr Rate: 1.37%
Nemaha County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 1.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hayes County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hayes County is $1,429 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $112,800.
How does Hayes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hayes County are 26% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.27% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hayes County? ▼
In Hayes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,088 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $994. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hayes County? ▼
Property taxes in Hayes County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $60,313. 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.