Perkins County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 903.
The median annual property tax in Perkins County is $1,513, which is 23% lower than the Nebraska state average and 21% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $149,200. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,513
-23% vs State
-21% vs US
Median Home Value
$149,200
-2% vs State
-29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.01%
-21% vs State
+6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,555
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,454
$121/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 | $1,513 +11.8% | 1.01% |
| 2022 | $1,353 +10.4% | 0.94% |
| 2021 | $1,226 -7.6% | 1.02% |
| 2020 | $1,327 -6.0% | 1.12% |
| 2019 | $1,412 | 1.19% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,500
per year
Monthly Tax
$126
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Dawes County
Tax: $1,970/yr Rate: 1.34%
Morrill County
Tax: $1,453/yr Rate: 1.30%
Grant County
Tax: $853/yr Rate: 0.75%
Dixon County
Tax: $1,714/yr Rate: 1.21%
Banner County
Tax: $2,516/yr Rate: 1.51%
Dundy County
Tax: $971/yr Rate: 0.82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Perkins County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Perkins County is $1,513 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $149,200.
How does Perkins County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Perkins County are 21% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.01% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Perkins County? ▼
In Perkins County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,555 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,454. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Perkins County? ▼
Property taxes in Perkins County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $67,500. 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.