Custer County Property Taxes

Custer County, Nebraska

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

6.2% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$154/mo escrow

#25 of 93 counties in Nebraska

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.15%

vs. Nebraska Avg6.2% below
vs. National Avg31.3% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$160,500

State avg $152,847

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,096

$175/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,530

$128/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#25

of 93 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Custer County, Nebraska

Custer's rate stays below U.S. median

Custer County's 1.152% effective rate sits above the national median of 0.84%, placing it around the 55th percentile nationally. While moderate compared to high-tax coastal states, it reflects Nebraska's somewhat higher overall tax burden.

Below average for Nebraska

At 1.152%, Custer ranks below Nebraska's 1.281% statewide average, positioning it in the more tax-friendly portion of the state's 93 counties. It's solidly mid-range among peers statewide.

Custer remains moderate among peers

Custer's 1.152% rate sits in the middle range of the eight-county group, below high-tax Dakota (1.594%) and Cheyenne (1.741%), but above low-tax Cuming (1.038%). It's a typical rural Nebraska burden.

Median home tax averages $1,849 yearly

A typical Custer County home valued at $160,500 generates roughly $1,849 in annual property taxes. Mortgage payers see $2,096 in total liability; mortgage-free owners pay $1,530.

Assessment errors exist even in moderate-tax areas

Custer homeowners should verify their assessed values against recent comparable sales in their neighborhood. An appeal is quick and free—many who check discover their homes are valued higher than the market supports.

How Custer County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Custer County$1,849
Nebraska State Average$1,972
National Average$1,924

Custer County

1.15%

Effective rate

Nebraska Avg

1.29%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Custer County, Nebraska?
The effective property tax rate in Custer County, Nebraska is 1.15%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Custer County?
The median annual property tax payment in Custer County is $1,849. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,096, while those without a mortgage pay $1,530.
How does Custer County compare to the Nebraska average?
Custer County's effective tax rate of 1.15% is lower than the Nebraska state average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax in Custer County is $1,849, compared to the state average of $1,972.
What is the median home value in Custer County, Nebraska?
The median home value in Custer County, Nebraska is $160,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Custer County a low property tax area in Nebraska?
Yes — Custer County's effective property tax rate of 1.15% is below the Nebraska average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax of $1,849 is also lower the state average of $1,972, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Custer County rank for property taxes in Nebraska?
Custer County ranks #25 out of 93 counties in Nebraska by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.15% and median annual tax of $1,849, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.