Seward County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 4,790.
The median annual property tax in Seward County is $2,791, which is 42% higher than the Nebraska state average and 45% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.20% on a median home value of $232,400. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,791
+42% vs State
+45% vs US
Median Home Value
$232,400
+52% vs State
+10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.20%
-6% vs State
+26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,745
$229/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,841
$237/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 | $2,791 +4.5% | 1.20% |
| 2022 | $2,670 +6.9% | 1.28% |
| 2021 | $2,497 -1.1% | 1.42% |
| 2020 | $2,526 +1.9% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $2,480 | 1.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,122
per year
Monthly Tax
$233
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Wayne County
Tax: $2,432/yr Rate: 1.19%
Pierce County
Tax: $2,115/yr Rate: 1.16%
Banner County
Tax: $2,516/yr Rate: 1.51%
Dixon County
Tax: $1,714/yr Rate: 1.21%
Frontier County
Tax: $1,979/yr Rate: 1.43%
Hall County
Tax: $2,854/yr Rate: 1.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Seward County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Seward County is $2,791 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.20% on a median home value of $232,400.
How does Seward County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Seward County are 45% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.20% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Seward County? ▼
In Seward County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,745 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,841. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Seward County? ▼
Property taxes in Seward County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $81,122. 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.