Churchill County, NV Property Tax: $1,670/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Churchill County is 0.56% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $298,000, that works out to about $1,669 per year, or $139 per month. Churchill County is located in central Nevada, and is home to approximately 25,614 residents.
About Churchill County
Churchill County covers approximately 4,950.2 square miles in Nevada. The county is home to about 25,614 residents living in roughly 10,924 housing units, of which 60.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $73,268, and the median home was built in 1987.
Churchill County borders Lander County, Lyon County, Mineral County, Nye County, Pershing County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Nevada
Property taxes in Nevada 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 Nevada 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 Churchill County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Churchill County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill County, NV | 0.56% | $298,000 | $1,669 |
| Nevada state average | 0.52% | — | $1,550* |
| Lander County | 0.63% | $210,500 | $1,336 |
| Lyon County | 0.46% | $342,600 | $1,585 |
| Mineral County | 0.70% | $175,000 | $1,231 |
| Nye County | 0.47% | $266,000 | $1,256 |
| Pershing County | 0.70% | $166,200 | $1,159 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Churchill County's median home value of $298,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Churchill County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Nevada?
At 0.56%, Churchill County is higher than the Nevada state average of 0.52%. On a home at the county median of $298,000, that means about $1,669 per year — versus $1,550 at the state average rate, a difference of $119 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Churchill County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Churchill County?
For a home at the county median value of $298,000, the annual property tax in Churchill County is approximately $1,669 — or about $139 per month. For a home worth $447,000, expect around $2,503 per year. For a $596,000 home, approximately $3,338 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Churchill County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Churchill County are handled by the Churchill 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 Churchill County?
Nevada 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 0.56% shown here. Contact the Churchill 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