Nebraska Tax Policy & Rates 2026
Income tax, sales tax, property tax, and overall tax burden for Nebraska in 2026, with political context.
No
No Income Tax
3.84% (top, decreasing)
Income Tax Rate
#26
Tax Burden Rank (1=highest)
#48
Property Tax Rank (1=highest)
Tax Policy Overview
Nebraska has one of the highest property tax burdens in the nation. Republican Governor Pillen has made property tax relief the defining issue of his term, passing significant reductions. Income taxes are being reduced toward lower rates.
Key Tax Rates
| Tax Type | Rate / Status |
|---|---|
| Income Tax | 3.84% (top, decreasing) |
| No Income Tax | No |
| Sales Tax | 5.5% |
| No Sales Tax | No |
| Corporate Tax | 5.84% |
| Property Tax Rank | #48 nationally (1=highest) |
| Overall Tax Burden Rank | #26 nationally (1=highest) |
Political Context
Nebraska property taxes — particularly for agricultural land — are among the highest nationally and have been a major political crisis. Governor Pillen passed LB 34 (2024) with significant property tax reductions funded by income tax revenue. The tradeoff between income tax cuts and property tax relief reflects competing Republican priorities.