McPherson County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 143.
The median annual property tax in McPherson County is $1,320, which is 33% lower than the Nebraska state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $124,200. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,320
-33% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$124,200
-19% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
-17% vs State
+12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,741
$145/mo
Without Mortgage
$800
$67/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 | $1,320 +15.2% | 1.06% |
| 2022 | $1,146 -3.3% | 1.09% |
| 2021 | $1,185 +3.4% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $1,146 -25.0% | 1.45% |
| 2019 | $1,528 | 1.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,316
per year
Monthly Tax
$110
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Franklin County
Tax: $1,123/yr Rate: 1.13%
Thayer County
Tax: $1,207/yr Rate: 1.14%
Douglas County
Tax: $4,295/yr Rate: 1.75%
Brown County
Tax: $1,082/yr Rate: 1.08%
Loup County
Tax: $965/yr Rate: 0.80%
Webster County
Tax: $1,468/yr Rate: 1.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in McPherson County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in McPherson County is $1,320 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $124,200.
How does McPherson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in McPherson County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.06% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in McPherson County? ▼
In McPherson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,741 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $800. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in McPherson County? ▼
Property taxes in McPherson County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $61,316. 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.