Cuming County, NE Property Tax: $1,815/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Cuming County is 1.04% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $174,900, that works out to about $1,819 per year, or $152 per month. Cuming County is located in northeastern Nebraska, and is home to approximately 8,976 residents.
About Cuming County
Cuming County covers approximately 570.5 square miles in Nebraska. The county is home to about 8,976 residents living in roughly 4,150 housing units, of which 64.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $70,708, and the median home was built in 1962.
Cuming County borders Burt County, Colfax County, Dodge County, Stanton County, Thurston 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 Cuming County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Cuming County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuming County, NE | 1.04% | $174,900 | $1,819 |
| Nebraska state average | 1.28% | — | $2,239* |
| Burt County | 1.45% | $125,400 | $1,824 |
| Colfax County | 1.25% | $128,800 | $1,612 |
| Dodge County | 1.38% | $188,100 | $2,591 |
| Stanton County | 1.31% | $184,300 | $2,409 |
| Thurston County | 1.52% | $105,100 | $1,599 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Cuming County's median home value of $174,900. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Cuming County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Nebraska?
At 1.04%, Cuming County is lower than the Nebraska state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $174,900, that means about $1,819 per year — versus $2,239 at the state average rate, a difference of $420 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Cuming County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Cuming County?
For a home at the county median value of $174,900, the annual property tax in Cuming County is approximately $1,819 — or about $152 per month. For a home worth $262,350, expect around $2,728 per year. For a $349,800 home, approximately $3,638 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Cuming County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Cuming County are handled by the Cuming 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 Cuming 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 1.04% shown here. Contact the Cuming 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