Dawes County Property Tax Rate

Nebraska

1.45%effective rate

Dawes County, Nebraska has an effective property tax rate of 1.45%, which is 58% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $150,900, homeowners pay approximately $2,183 per year in property taxes. Dawes County ranks #15 out of 93 counties in Nebraska for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,183

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$150,900

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

3.88%

Median income: $56,280

State Rank📍

#15

of 93 counties in NE

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$2,027

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$2,394

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Dawes County pay on average -$367 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Dawes County Compares

Dawes County
1.45%
Nebraska Average
1.49%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Nebraska

Sarpy
1.74%
Douglas
1.69%
Kimball
1.67%
Cheyenne
1.65%
Sioux
1.63%
Dakota
1.54%
Lancaster
1.53%
Pawnee
1.52%

Nebraska Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Dawes County homeowners

Homestead

Up to 100% of the first $40,000 in taxable value depending on income

Homeowners age 65+, disabled, or disabled veterans; income limits apply

Disabled Veteran

Up to 100% of taxable value depending on disability rating

Veterans with service-connected disability; income limits may apply

Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property tax in Dawes County

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$50k$2M

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,350

$363/month · Rate: 1.45%

Quick Facts

Population8,140
Owner-Occupied52.8%
National Rank#410 of 3,135
Median Income$56,280

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.