Johnson County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 1,198.
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $1,993, which is 1% higher than the Nebraska state average and 4% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $131,500. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,993
+1% vs State
+4% vs US
Median Home Value
$131,500
-14% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.52%
+19% vs State
+60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,272
$189/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,725
$144/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 | $1,993 +7.7% | 1.52% |
| 2022 | $1,850 +9.3% | 1.58% |
| 2021 | $1,693 +6.3% | 1.57% |
| 2020 | $1,593 +0.1% | 1.52% |
| 2019 | $1,591 | 1.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,457
per year
Monthly Tax
$166
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Nuckolls County
Tax: $1,164/yr Rate: 1.28%
Merrick County
Tax: $1,969/yr Rate: 1.17%
Scotts Bluff County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 1.49%
Burt County
Tax: $1,824/yr Rate: 1.45%
Butler County
Tax: $1,941/yr Rate: 1.17%
Frontier County
Tax: $1,979/yr Rate: 1.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Johnson County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $1,993 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $131,500.
How does Johnson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County are 4% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
In Johnson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,272 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,725. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $59,457. 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.