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Hayes County

Hayes County, Nebraska

Effective Tax Rate

1.27%

Median Annual Tax

$1,429

How Hayes County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Hayes County$1,429
Nebraska State Average$1,972
National Average$1,924

Hayes County

1.27%

Effective rate

Nebraska Avg

1.29%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,088

per year

Without Mortgage

$994

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,429

Monthly Escrow

$119

Effective Rate

1.27%

vs. Nebraska State Average▼ 27.5% below
vs. National Average▼ 46.9% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Hayes County, Nebraska?
The effective property tax rate in Hayes County, Nebraska is 1.27%. 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 Hayes County?
The median annual property tax payment in Hayes County is $1,429. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,088, while those without a mortgage pay $994.
How does Hayes County compare to the Nebraska average?
Hayes County's effective tax rate of 1.27% is lower than the Nebraska state average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax in Hayes County is $1,429, compared to the state average of $1,972.
What is the median home value in Hayes County, Nebraska?
The median home value in Hayes County, Nebraska is $112,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Nebraska?
Property taxes in Nebraska are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Red Willow County(NE)

Rate1.26%
Median Tax$1,811

Dawson County(NE)

Rate1.26%
Median Tax$1,989

Nuckolls County(NE)

Rate1.28%
Median Tax$1,164

Colfax County(NE)

Rate1.25%
Median Tax$1,612
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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.

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