What is the property tax rate in Lincoln, NE?

Lincoln has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.57%. On a median home valued at $248,200, homeowners pay approximately $3,898 per year in property taxes.

How does Lincoln compare to Lancaster County?

Lincoln's effective rate of 1.57% is 3% higher than the Lancaster County average of 1.53%. The county-wide median annual tax is $4,204, while Lincoln homeowners pay an estimated $3,898.

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

Based on Lincoln's effective rate of 1.57%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,710 per year, or about $393 per month.

Lincoln Property Tax Rate

Lancaster County, Nebraska

1.57%effective rate

Lincoln is located in Lancaster County, Nebraska. Homeowners in Lincoln pay a median of $3,898 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $248,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.57%. This is 3% higher than the Lancaster County average of 1.53%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.57%

vs 1.53% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,898

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$248,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

291,932

Lincoln, NE

How Lincoln Compares

Lincoln

1.57%

Lancaster County Average

1.53%

Nebraska Average

1.49%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Lincoln

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,710

$393/month · Rate: 1.57%

Lancaster County Property Taxes

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Nebraska 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.