Thurston County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 1,211.
The median annual property tax in Thurston County is $1,599, which is 19% lower than the Nebraska state average and 17% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $105,100. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,599
-19% vs State
-17% vs US
Median Home Value
$105,100
-31% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.52%
+19% vs State
+60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,958
$163/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,356
$113/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 | $1,599 +13.6% | 1.52% |
| 2022 | $1,408 +0.2% | 1.56% |
| 2021 | $1,405 +10.1% | 1.79% |
| 2020 | $1,276 +0.2% | 1.64% |
| 2019 | $1,274 | 1.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,838
per year
Monthly Tax
$133
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Saline County
Tax: $2,445/yr Rate: 1.35%
Hayes County
Tax: $1,429/yr Rate: 1.27%
Hall County
Tax: $2,854/yr Rate: 1.37%
Johnson County
Tax: $1,993/yr Rate: 1.52%
Wheeler County
Tax: $1,240/yr Rate: 0.91%
Seward County
Tax: $2,791/yr Rate: 1.20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Thurston County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Thurston County is $1,599 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $105,100.
How does Thurston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Thurston County are 17% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Thurston County? ▼
In Thurston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,958 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,356. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Thurston County? ▼
Property taxes in Thurston County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $64,838. 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.