Blaine County, NE Property Tax: $1,211/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Blaine County is 1.19% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $102,100, that works out to about $1,215 per year, or $101 per month. Blaine County is located in northern Nebraska, and is home to approximately 385 residents.
About Blaine County
Blaine County covers approximately 710.7 square miles in Nebraska. The county is home to about 385 residents living in roughly 295 housing units, of which 46.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $61,250, and the median home was built in 1959.
Blaine County borders Brown County, Cherry County, Custer County, Logan County, Loup County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Nebraska
Property taxes in Nebraska are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Nebraska offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Blaine County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Blaine County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaine County, NE | 1.19% | $102,100 | $1,215 |
| Nebraska state average | 1.28% | — | $1,307* |
| Brown County | 1.08% | $100,200 | $1,082 |
| Cherry County | 1.01% | $136,000 | $1,373 |
| Custer County | 1.15% | $160,500 | $1,849 |
| Logan County | 1.00% | $160,000 | $1,603 |
| Loup County | 0.80% | $120,700 | $965 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Blaine County's median home value of $102,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Blaine County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Nebraska?
At 1.19%, Blaine County is lower than the Nebraska state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $102,100, that means about $1,215 per year — versus $1,307 at the state average rate, a difference of $92 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Blaine County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Blaine County?
For a home at the county median value of $102,100, the annual property tax in Blaine County is approximately $1,215 — or about $101 per month. For a home worth $153,150, expect around $1,822 per year. For a $204,200 home, approximately $2,430 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Blaine County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Blaine County are handled by the Blaine County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Blaine County?
Nebraska counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.19% shown here. Contact the Blaine County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File