Storey County, NV Property Tax: $1,578/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Storey County is 0.40% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $393,100, that works out to about $1,572 per year, or $131 per month. Storey County is located in western Nevada, and is home to approximately 4,139 residents.
About Storey County
Storey County covers approximately 263.8 square miles in Nevada. The county is home to about 4,139 residents living in roughly 2,112 housing units, of which 86.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $96,000, and the median home was built in 1987.
Storey County borders Lyon County, Washoe County, Carson City 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 Storey County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Storey County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storey County, NV | 0.40% | $393,100 | $1,572 |
| Nevada state average | 0.52% | — | $2,044* |
| Lyon County | 0.46% | $342,600 | $1,585 |
| Washoe County | 0.46% | $496,600 | $2,297 |
| Carson City County | 0.42% | $426,700 | $1,781 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Storey County's median home value of $393,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Storey County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Nevada?
At 0.40%, Storey County is lower than the Nevada state average of 0.52%. On a home at the county median of $393,100, that means about $1,572 per year — versus $2,044 at the state average rate, a difference of $472 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Storey County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Storey County?
For a home at the county median value of $393,100, the annual property tax in Storey County is approximately $1,572 — or about $131 per month. For a home worth $589,650, expect around $2,359 per year. For a $786,200 home, approximately $3,145 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Storey County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Storey County are handled by the Storey 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 Storey 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 0.40% shown here. Contact the Storey 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