Fillmore County Property Taxes

Fillmore County, Nebraska

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

24.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$123/mo escrow

#19 of 93 counties in Nebraska

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.13%

vs. Nebraska Avg24.9% below
vs. National Avg44.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$131,200

State avg $152,847

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,431

$119/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,560

$130/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#19

of 93 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Fillmore County, Nebraska

Fillmore County taxes well below median

Fillmore County's effective tax rate of 1.129% is well below the national median effective rate of approximately 0.89%, with a median tax bill of $1,481 representing just 55% of the national median of $2,690. This positions Fillmore residents significantly ahead on property tax burden compared to typical American homeowners.

Among Nebraska's lowest-tax counties

Fillmore's 1.129% effective rate ranks below Nebraska's state average of 1.281%, placing it in the lower-tax tier statewide. The median property tax of $1,481 is $491 below the state average of $1,972, reflecting Fillmore's rural character and modest home values.

Competitive with nearby rural counties

At 1.129%, Fillmore ranks just above Franklin County (1.133%) and below Dixon County (1.212%), making it one of the region's most tax-efficient counties. Compared to Deuel (1.497%) and Frontier (1.426%), Fillmore offers measurably lower tax burden on comparable home values.

Modest annual tax bills

The median Fillmore County home valued at $131,200 carries a yearly property tax of $1,481. With mortgage financing, that rises to $1,431; without it, the bill is $1,560—a small variance reflecting Fillmore's straightforward, consistent tax assessment.

Appeal if overassessed

Fillmore County residents can challenge assessments if recent appraisals or comparable sales suggest overvaluation relative to the assessed amount. The appeal process is straightforward and free; even modest overassessments compound into significant savings over decades of homeownership.

How Fillmore County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Fillmore County$1,481
Nebraska State Average$1,972
National Average$1,924

Fillmore County

1.13%

Effective rate

Nebraska Avg

1.29%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fillmore County, Nebraska?
The effective property tax rate in Fillmore County, Nebraska is 1.13%. 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 Fillmore County?
The median annual property tax payment in Fillmore County is $1,481. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,431, while those without a mortgage pay $1,560.
How does Fillmore County compare to the Nebraska average?
Fillmore County's effective tax rate of 1.13% is lower than the Nebraska state average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax in Fillmore County is $1,481, compared to the state average of $1,972.
What is the median home value in Fillmore County, Nebraska?
The median home value in Fillmore County, Nebraska is $131,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Fillmore County a low property tax area in Nebraska?
Yes — Fillmore County's effective property tax rate of 1.13% is below the Nebraska average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax of $1,481 is also lower the state average of $1,972, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Fillmore County rank for property taxes in Nebraska?
Fillmore County ranks #19 out of 93 counties in Nebraska by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.13% and median annual tax of $1,481, 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.