Phelps County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,668.
The median annual property tax in Phelps County is $2,386, which is 21% higher than the Nebraska state average and 24% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $173,300. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,386
+21% vs State
+24% vs US
Median Home Value
$173,300
+13% vs State
-18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.38%
+8% vs State
+45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,351
$196/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,423
$202/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 | $2,386 +10.9% | 1.38% |
| 2022 | $2,152 +6.9% | 1.33% |
| 2021 | $2,014 +4.1% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $1,935 +3.8% | 1.38% |
| 2019 | $1,864 | 1.39% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,988
per year
Monthly Tax
$199
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Madison County
Tax: $2,619/yr Rate: 1.34%
Morrill County
Tax: $1,453/yr Rate: 1.30%
Blaine County
Tax: $1,211/yr Rate: 1.19%
Scotts Bluff County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 1.49%
Dawes County
Tax: $1,970/yr Rate: 1.34%
Nuckolls County
Tax: $1,164/yr Rate: 1.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Phelps County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Phelps County is $2,386 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $173,300.
How does Phelps County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Phelps County are 24% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Phelps County? ▼
In Phelps County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,351 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,423. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Phelps County? ▼
Property taxes in Phelps County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $65,988. 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.