Homeowners in Sterling, Nebraska paid a median $1,770 a year in property tax on a median home worth $130,400, an effective rate of about 1.36% (Census 2020–2024).
1.32%Johnson County overall
Sterling vs county, state and US
Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Sterling
At the local 1.36% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $2,036 | $170 |
| $250,000 | $3,393 | $283 |
| $350,000 | $4,751 | $396 |
| $500,000 | $6,787 | $566 |
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Major Cities & Counties in Nebraska
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Omaha pop. 488,837
- Lincoln pop. 294,856
- Bellevue pop. 64,510
- Grand Island pop. 52,884
- Kearney pop. 34,246
- Fremont pop. 27,567
- Norfolk pop. 26,054
- Papillion pop. 25,244
- Hastings pop. 25,008
- Columbus pop. 24,488
- Douglas County pop. 590,736
- Lancaster County pop. 326,696
- Sarpy County pop. 197,389
- Hall County pop. 62,536
- Buffalo County pop. 50,579
- Dodge County pop. 37,351
- Scotts Bluff County pop. 35,843
- Madison County pop. 35,532
- Platte County pop. 34,716
- Lincoln County pop. 33,802
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Sterling, Nebraska?
Homeowners in Sterling, Nebraska paid a median $1,770 a year in property tax on a median home worth $130,400, an effective rate of about 1.36% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Sterling?
About $3,393 a year at the 1.36% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Sterling higher than the rest of Nebraska?
Sterling ranks #140 lowest of 274 Nebraska places we track. The statewide effective rate is 1.49%. Johnson County overall is 1.32%.