Keith County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,793.
The median annual property tax in Keith County is $2,204, which is 12% higher than the Nebraska state average and 15% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.40% on a median home value of $157,000. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,204
+12% vs State
+15% vs US
Median Home Value
$157,000
+3% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.40%
+9% vs State
+47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,198
$183/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,209
$184/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 | $2,204 -0.9% | 1.40% |
| 2022 | $2,225 +11.7% | 1.40% |
| 2021 | $1,992 +2.9% | 1.48% |
| 2020 | $1,935 +1.2% | 1.43% |
| 2019 | $1,912 | 1.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,132
per year
Monthly Tax
$184
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Butler County
Tax: $1,941/yr Rate: 1.17%
Chase County
Tax: $2,156/yr Rate: 1.21%
Richardson County
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 1.38%
Dakota County
Tax: $2,680/yr Rate: 1.59%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,709/yr Rate: 1.45%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,123/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Keith County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Keith County is $2,204 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.40% on a median home value of $157,000.
How does Keith County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Keith County are 15% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.40% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Keith County? ▼
In Keith County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,198 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,209. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Keith County? ▼
Property taxes in Keith County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $58,132. 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.