Nuckolls County Property Taxes

Nuckolls County, Nebraska

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

41% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$97/mo escrow

#49 of 93 counties in Nebraska

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.28%

vs. Nebraska Avg41% below
vs. National Avg56.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$90,900

State avg $152,847

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,270

$106/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,116

$93/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#49

of 93 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Nuckolls County, Nebraska

Nuckolls taxes well below national norm

Nuckolls County's effective tax rate of 1.28% sits comfortably below the national median effective rate of roughly 0.8%, placing the county in the middle range nationally. Homeowners here pay a median of $1,164 annually—less than half the national median property tax of $2,690—largely because homes are valued significantly lower than the U.S. average.

Right in line with Nebraska's typical rate

At 1.28% effective rate, Nuckolls County matches Nebraska's state average of 1.281% almost exactly, making it neither a tax burden nor a bargain within the state. The county's median tax bill of $1,164 runs well below the state average of $1,972, reflecting the area's lower property values rather than preferential tax treatment.

Competitive with surrounding rural counties

Nuckolls' 1.28% rate is the lowest among its closest neighbors, beating Pawnee County (1.592%) and Perkins County (1.014%), though slightly higher than Polk County (0.983%). The county's median home value of $90,900 is among the most affordable in the region, keeping tax bills modest despite rates near the state average.

Annual taxes on typical Nuckolls home

A homeowner with a median-valued property in Nuckolls County paying $90,900 should expect to pay around $1,164 annually in property taxes at the current 1.28% effective rate. With mortgage, that bill may rise slightly to $1,270; without a mortgage, it drops to $1,116.

Check if your assessment is fair

Many Nebraska homeowners discover their properties are assessed above market value, opening a path to lower tax bills through appeals. If you believe your home's assessed value doesn't match recent sales in your neighborhood, filing a property tax appeal could reduce your annual liability.

How Nuckolls County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Nuckolls County$1,164
Nebraska State Average$1,972
National Average$1,924

Nuckolls County

1.28%

Effective rate

Nebraska Avg

1.29%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Nuckolls County, Nebraska?
The effective property tax rate in Nuckolls County, Nebraska is 1.28%. 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 Nuckolls County?
The median annual property tax payment in Nuckolls County is $1,164. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,270, while those without a mortgage pay $1,116.
How does Nuckolls County compare to the Nebraska average?
Nuckolls County's effective tax rate of 1.28% is lower than the Nebraska state average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax in Nuckolls County is $1,164, compared to the state average of $1,972.
What is the median home value in Nuckolls County, Nebraska?
The median home value in Nuckolls County, Nebraska is $90,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Nuckolls County a low property tax area in Nebraska?
Yes — Nuckolls County's effective property tax rate of 1.28% is below the Nebraska average of 1.29%. The median annual property tax of $1,164 is also lower the state average of $1,972, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Nuckolls County rank for property taxes in Nebraska?
Nuckolls County ranks #49 out of 93 counties in Nebraska by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.28% and median annual tax of $1,164, 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.