What is the property tax rate in Kearney, NE?

Kearney has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.49%. On a median home valued at $235,800, homeowners pay approximately $3,504 per year in property taxes.

How does Kearney compare to Buffalo County?

Kearney's effective rate of 1.49% is 3% higher than the Buffalo County average of 1.44%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,555, while Kearney homeowners pay an estimated $3,504.

How much are property taxes in Kearney on a $300,000 home?

Based on Kearney's effective rate of 1.49%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,470 per year, or about $373 per month.

Kearney Property Tax Rate

Buffalo County, Nebraska

1.49%effective rate

Kearney is located in Buffalo County, Nebraska. Homeowners in Kearney pay a median of $3,504 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $235,800, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.49%. This is 3% higher than the Buffalo County average of 1.44%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.49%

vs 1.44% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,504

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$235,800

2024 estimate

Population📍

34,024

Kearney, NE

How Kearney Compares

Kearney

1.49%

Buffalo County Average

1.44%

Nebraska Average

1.49%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Kearney

Property taxes in Kearney are collected by Buffalo County. Tax exemptions available to Buffalo County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Kearney. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Buffalo County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,470

$373/month · Rate: 1.49%

Buffalo County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.