10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Nebraska
If you are comparing property taxes across Nebraska, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Sarpy County, comes in at 1.79% — 0.30% higher than the Nebraska average (1.50%). The statewide effective rate is 1.50%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sarpy County | 1.79% | $5,157 | $287,600 |
| 2 | Douglas County | 1.75% | $4,295 | $245,800 |
| 3 | Cheyenne County | 1.74% | $2,248 | $129,100 |
| 4 | Kimball County | 1.73% | $1,905 | $109,900 |
| 5 | Dakota County | 1.59% | $2,680 | $168,100 |
| 6 | Pawnee County | 1.59% | $1,191 | $74,800 |
| 7 | Lancaster County | 1.57% | $4,055 | $258,900 |
| 8 | Greeley County | 1.56% | $1,372 | $87,800 |
| 9 | Valley County | 1.55% | $1,897 | $122,200 |
| 10 | Thurston County | 1.52% | $1,599 | $105,100 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Nebraska often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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