Webster County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 1,222.
The median annual property tax in Webster County is $1,468, which is 26% lower than the Nebraska state average and 24% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $102,000. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,468
-26% vs State
-24% vs US
Median Home Value
$102,000
-33% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.44%
+12% vs State
+52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,870
$156/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,151
$96/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 | $1,468 +10.5% | 1.44% |
| 2022 | $1,329 +3.7% | 1.43% |
| 2021 | $1,281 +4.2% | 1.59% |
| 2020 | $1,229 -4.5% | 1.65% |
| 2019 | $1,287 | 1.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,197
per year
Monthly Tax
$122
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Sioux County
Tax: $1,721/yr Rate: 1.21%
Deuel County
Tax: $1,455/yr Rate: 1.50%
Burt County
Tax: $1,824/yr Rate: 1.45%
Hayes County
Tax: $1,429/yr Rate: 1.27%
Sheridan County
Tax: $1,416/yr Rate: 1.38%
Hitchcock County
Tax: $1,105/yr Rate: 1.24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Webster County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Webster County is $1,468 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $102,000.
How does Webster County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Webster County are 24% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Webster County? ▼
In Webster County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,870 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,151. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Webster County? ▼
Property taxes in Webster County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $65,197. 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.