Knox County Property Taxes

Knox County, Nebraska

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

27.7% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$119/mo escrow

#41 of 93 counties in Nebraska

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.22%

vs. Nebraska Avg27.7% below
vs. National Avg47% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$116,900

State avg $152,847

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,488

$124/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,382

$115/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#41

of 93 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Knox County, Nebraska

Knox County taxes run below national average

Knox County's effective tax rate of 1.220% sits 5% below the national median of 1.281%. The median property tax of $1,426 is notably lower than the national median of $2,690, reflecting the county's modest home values.

Lower-tax county in Nebraska

At 1.220%, Knox County ranks in the lower half of Nebraska counties by effective rate, about 5% below the state average of 1.281%. Approximately 50 Nebraska counties tax property at higher rates than Knox.

Competitive rates in northeast Nebraska

Knox County's 1.220% rate aligns closely with Cedar and Holt counties in the region. This consistency makes northeast Nebraska attractive for property owners seeking predictable, moderate tax environments.

Median home costs $1,426 annually

The median Knox County home valued at $116,900 carries an annual property tax of $1,426. Whether homeowners have mortgages or own outright, their tax obligation remains relatively consistent at around $1,400-$1,500.

Free assessments review available

Knox County homeowners who believe their properties are overvalued can request a no-cost assessment review from the county assessor. Owners dissatisfied with initial responses can file formal appeals through the county's established process.

How Knox County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Knox County$1,426
Nebraska State Average$1,972
National Average$1,924

Knox County

1.22%

Effective rate

Nebraska Avg

1.29%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Knox County, Nebraska?
The effective property tax rate in Knox County, Nebraska is 1.22%. 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 Knox County?
The median annual property tax payment in Knox County is $1,426. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,488, while those without a mortgage pay $1,382.
How does Knox County compare to the Nebraska average?
Knox County's effective tax rate of 1.22% is lower than the Nebraska state average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax in Knox County is $1,426, compared to the state average of $1,972.
What is the median home value in Knox County, Nebraska?
The median home value in Knox County, Nebraska is $116,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Knox County a low property tax area in Nebraska?
Yes — Knox County's effective property tax rate of 1.22% is below the Nebraska average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax of $1,426 is also lower the state average of $1,972, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Knox County rank for property taxes in Nebraska?
Knox County ranks #41 out of 93 counties in Nebraska by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.22% and median annual tax of $1,426, it falls in the middle 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.