Wayne County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 2,558.
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $2,432, which is 23% higher than the Nebraska state average and 26% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.19% on a median home value of $203,700. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,432
+23% vs State
+26% vs US
Median Home Value
$203,700
+33% vs State
-4% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.19%
-7% vs State
+25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,539
$212/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,186
$182/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 | $2,432 +4.6% | 1.19% |
| 2022 | $2,326 +2.5% | 1.32% |
| 2021 | $2,269 +12.2% | 1.52% |
| 2020 | $2,023 -0.9% | 1.40% |
| 2019 | $2,042 | 1.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,687
per year
Monthly Tax
$203
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Nance County
Tax: $1,470/yr Rate: 1.20%
Custer County
Tax: $1,849/yr Rate: 1.15%
Dawes County
Tax: $1,970/yr Rate: 1.34%
Burt County
Tax: $1,824/yr Rate: 1.45%
Antelope County
Tax: $1,426/yr Rate: 1.22%
Hitchcock County
Tax: $1,105/yr Rate: 1.24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wayne County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $2,432 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.19% on a median home value of $203,700.
How does Wayne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County are 26% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.19% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
In Wayne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,539 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,186. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $67,687. 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.