Otoe County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 5,149.
The median annual property tax in Otoe County is $2,658, which is 35% higher than the Nebraska state average and 38% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $185,000. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,658
+35% vs State
+38% vs US
Median Home Value
$185,000
+21% vs State
-13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.44%
+12% vs State
+52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,867
$239/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,496
$208/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 | $2,658 +6.4% | 1.44% |
| 2022 | $2,499 +4.2% | 1.45% |
| 2021 | $2,398 +2.7% | 1.58% |
| 2020 | $2,336 -0.8% | 1.61% |
| 2019 | $2,354 | 1.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,430
per year
Monthly Tax
$222
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Valley County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.55%
Deuel County
Tax: $1,455/yr Rate: 1.50%
Banner County
Tax: $2,516/yr Rate: 1.51%
Red Willow County
Tax: $1,811/yr Rate: 1.26%
Sheridan County
Tax: $1,416/yr Rate: 1.38%
Brown County
Tax: $1,082/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Otoe County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Otoe County is $2,658 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $185,000.
How does Otoe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Otoe County are 38% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Otoe County? ▼
In Otoe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,867 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,496. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Otoe County? ▼
Property taxes in Otoe County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $81,430. 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.