Harlan County Property Taxes

Harlan County, Nebraska

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

14.3% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$141/mo escrow

#24 of 93 counties in Nebraska

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.15%

vs. Nebraska Avg14.3% below
vs. National Avg37.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$147,200

State avg $152,847

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,943

$162/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,507

$126/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#24

of 93 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Harlan County, Nebraska

Harlan County taxes modestly above national median

With an effective tax rate of 1.148%, Harlan County sits just above the national median of 1.1%, placing it in roughly the 55th percentile nationally. The median property tax of $1,690 remains well below the national median of $2,690, a reflection of lower home values in rural Nebraska.

Below average for Nebraska, but not the lowest

Harlan County's 1.148% rate falls slightly below Nebraska's state average of 1.281%, ranking it in the lower-middle tier among the state's 93 counties. This positions Harlan as more affordable than most of the state.

Competitive with similar rural Nebraska counties

Harlan County's rate of 1.148% is comparable to Holt County (1.139%) and slightly lower than Hayes County (1.267%) and Hitchcock County (1.244%). All four counties cluster tightly, offering homeowners similarly moderate tax burdens.

Median home taxes run $1,690 yearly

On a median home value of $147,200, Harlan County homeowners pay approximately $1,690 in annual property taxes. With a mortgage, that figure rises to $1,943.

Challenge assessments to lower your bill

Even in counties with favorable rates, individual properties may be overassessed relative to market value. Filing a simple assessment appeal could save hundreds annually on your property tax bill.

How Harlan County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Harlan County$1,690
Nebraska State Average$1,972
National Average$1,924

Harlan 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 Harlan County, Nebraska?
The effective property tax rate in Harlan 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 Harlan County?
The median annual property tax payment in Harlan County is $1,690. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,943, while those without a mortgage pay $1,507.
How does Harlan County compare to the Nebraska average?
Harlan County's effective tax rate of 1.15% is lower than the Nebraska state average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax in Harlan County is $1,690, compared to the state average of $1,972.
What is the median home value in Harlan County, Nebraska?
The median home value in Harlan County, Nebraska is $147,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Harlan County a low property tax area in Nebraska?
Yes — Harlan County's effective property tax rate of 1.15% is below the Nebraska average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax of $1,690 is also lower the state average of $1,972, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Harlan County rank for property taxes in Nebraska?
Harlan County ranks #24 out of 93 counties in Nebraska by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.15% and median annual tax of $1,690, 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.