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Merrick County

Merrick County, Nebraska

Effective Tax Rate

1.17%

Median Annual Tax

$1,969

How Merrick County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Merrick County$1,969
Nebraska State Average$1,972
National Average$1,924

Merrick County

1.17%

Effective rate

Nebraska Avg

1.29%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,960

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,983

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,969

Monthly Escrow

$164

Effective Rate

1.17%

vs. Nebraska State Average▼ 0.2% below
vs. National Average▼ 26.8% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Merrick County, Nebraska?
The effective property tax rate in Merrick County, Nebraska is 1.17%. 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 Merrick County?
The median annual property tax payment in Merrick County is $1,969. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,960, while those without a mortgage pay $1,983.
How does Merrick County compare to the Nebraska average?
Merrick County's effective tax rate of 1.17% is lower than the Nebraska state average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax in Merrick County is $1,969, compared to the state average of $1,972.
What is the median home value in Merrick County, Nebraska?
The median home value in Merrick County, Nebraska is $168,000, 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

Butler County(NE)

Rate1.17%
Median Tax$1,941

Garden County(NE)

Rate1.18%
Median Tax$1,127

Blaine County(NE)

Rate1.19%
Median Tax$1,211

Pierce County(NE)

Rate1.16%
Median Tax$2,115
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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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