What is the property tax rate in Lancaster County, Nebraska?

Lancaster County has an effective property tax rate of 1.53%. On a home valued at $275,200, homeowners pay approximately $4,204 per year in property taxes.

How much is the average property tax in Lancaster County?

The median annual property tax payment in Lancaster County is $4,204. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,187, while those without a mortgage pay $4,234.

How does Lancaster County compare to other counties in Nebraska?

Lancaster County ranks #7 out of 93 counties in Nebraska for property tax rates. The county's effective rate of 1.53% is 3% higher than the Nebraska average of 1.49%.

Lancaster County Property Tax Rate

Nebraska

1.53%effective rate

Lancaster County, Nebraska has an effective property tax rate of 1.53%, which is 66% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $275,200, homeowners pay approximately $4,204 per year in property taxes. Lancaster County ranks #7 out of 93 counties in Nebraska for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$4,204

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$275,200

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

5.62%

Median income: $74,793

State Rank📍

of 93 counties in NE

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$4,187

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$4,234

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Lancaster County pay on average -$47 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Lancaster County Compares

Lancaster County

1.53%

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%

Historical Property Tax Trends

Year	Median Tax	Median Home Value	Effective Rate
2020	$3,348	$190,000	1.76%
2021	$3,534	$204,400	1.73%
2022	$3,847	$239,900	1.60%
2023	$4,055	$258,900	1.57%
2024	$4,204	$275,200	1.53%

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

Nebraska Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Lancaster County homeowners

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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

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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 Lancaster County

Home Value

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Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 school tax reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,590

$383/month · Rate: 1.53%

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Quick Facts

Population326,696

Owner-Occupied56.3%

National Rank#310 of 3,135

Median Income$74,793

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Cities in Lancaster County

Explore property tax data for 1 city in Lancaster County, Nebraska.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Lincoln	291,932	$3,898	1.57%

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.