Kearney County Property Tax Rate

Nebraska

1.23%effective rate

Kearney County, Nebraska has an effective property tax rate of 1.23%, which is 34% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $223,400, homeowners pay approximately $2,740 per year in property taxes. Kearney County ranks #52 out of 93 counties in Nebraska for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,740

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$223,400

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

3.48%

Median income: $78,631

State Rank📍

#52

of 93 counties in NE

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$3,145

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$2,337

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Kearney County pay on average $808 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Kearney County Compares

Kearney County
1.23%
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 Kearney 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 Kearney County

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$50k$2M

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,690

$308/month · Rate: 1.23%

Quick Facts

Population6,713
Owner-Occupied73%
National Rank#697 of 3,135
Median Income$78,631

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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.