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Grant County

Nebraska · NE

#3 in Nebraska
79.9
County Score

County Report Card

About Grant County, Nebraska

Grant ranks in top 20 percentile nationally

Grant County's score of 79.9 far exceeds the national median of 50.0, placing it in the 80th percentile across all U.S. counties. This elite national ranking reflects exceptional livability conditions.

Nebraska's top performer in this group

Grant County scores 79.9, significantly exceeding Nebraska's state average of 71.2 by nearly 9 points. The county ranks among the very top in Nebraska's 93 counties on overall livability metrics.

Outstanding health and minimal tax burden

Grant shines with the group's highest health score (86.9) and an exceptional effective tax rate of just 0.749% (score: 81.2). Risk management also scores nearly perfect at 99.8, providing extraordinary economic and environmental security.

Income and cost show modest limitations

Income scores 28.5 with median earnings of $69,063—solid but not exceptional—while cost (81.7) means housing isn't the absolute cheapest despite median home value of $113,900. Rent averages $883 per month, the highest in this group.

Best for health-conscious tax minimizers

Grant County is perfect for retirees, medical professionals, and those prioritizing exceptional health infrastructure and tax efficiency in a stable rural setting. The unbeatable combination of lowest taxes, highest health scores, and maximum safety makes it ideal for those seeking peace of mind.

Score breakdown

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Tax81.2Cost81.7SafetyComing SoonHealth86.9SchoolsComing SoonIncome28.5Risk99.8WaterComing Soon
🏛81.2
Property Tax
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🏠81.7
Cost of Living
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💼28.5
Income & Jobs
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Safety
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❤86.9
Health
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Schools
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⚡99.8
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Water Quality
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Deep Dives

Grant County across the ByCounty Network

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Property Tax in Grant County

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Grant has lowest tax rate in nation

Grant County's effective rate of 0.749% ranks among the very lowest in the United States—just 31% of the national median of 2.44%. The median property tax of only $853 annually places Grant residents among the least-taxed homeowners nationally.

Far below Nebraska's state average

At 0.749%, Grant County's effective rate is less than 60% of Nebraska's state average of 1.281%, making it one of the state's lowest-tax counties. The median tax of $853 represents less than 43% of the state median of $1,972.

Clearly the region's tax haven

Grant County's 0.749% rate is dramatically lower than every other county in the comparison set, with the next-lowest being Garden County at 1.18%. Grant residents enjoy property tax burdens less than half those of neighbors like Hall County (1.373%) and Greeley County (1.563%).

Remarkably affordable annual taxes

A median home valued at $113,900 in Grant County generates an estimated annual property tax of just $853 for owners without mortgages. Even with a mortgage, estimated taxes remain modest at $1,325.

Even here, verify your assessment

Even Grant County homeowners should review their assessed values against comparable recent sales in the area. The county assessor's office offers free consultations to explain your assessment, and formal appeals are available at no cost if you believe your valuation is too high.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Grant County

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Grant's rents strain tight household budgets

Grant County's 15.3% rent-to-income ratio exceeds the national average of 14.2%, and its median income of $69,063 runs 7.7% below the national median, creating moderate affordability pressure. Renters here dedicate a larger-than-typical share of earnings to housing costs.

Grant County rents exceed state average

With a 15.3% rent-to-income ratio, Grant County exceeds Nebraska's state average of 14.2%, placing it among the state's less affordable areas. While not as strained as Garden County, Grant's higher rents relative to incomes create noticeable pressure on household budgets.

Highest rents paired with moderate incomes

Grant County's median rent of $883 is the highest in this eight-county group, outpacing even Hall County ($911) among comparable counties and nearly 13% above the state average of $783. Combined with incomes lower than Gosper and Garfield, Grant residents face the region's steepest rent burden.

Rent dominates Grant County budgets

Grant's $69,063 median income must cover $883 in monthly rent—15.3% of gross earnings—along with $710 in homeownership costs for properties valued at $113,900. The high rent ratio leaves less discretionary income than neighboring counties with similar house prices.

Grant offers value but with trade-offs

Grant County's relatively affordable home prices ($113,900) appeal to buyers seeking rural real estate, but renters face the region's steepest cost burden at 15.3% of income. Consider Grant if homeownership is your goal, but renters should explore more affordable counties like Garfield or Greeley.

Full cost of living analysis on CostByCounty

Income & Jobs in Grant County

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Grant approaches national income parity

Grant County's median household income of $69,063 trails the national median of $74,755 by $5,692, representing a modest 7.6% shortfall. This relatively small gap indicates that Grant residents earn close to typical national benchmarks, reflecting economic competitiveness for a rural Nebraska county.

Above Nebraska's statewide average

At $69,063, Grant County exceeds Nebraska's state median of $66,880 by $2,183, positioning residents above the statewide average. The county's per capita income of $34,449 is solid but slightly below the state's $36,101 average, suggesting strong primary earners driving household income.

Second-highest earner in the cluster

Grant County ranks second in median household income, behind only Gosper County ($79,145), and comfortably ahead of Garfield County ($68,611). At $113,900, the median home value is solidly in the middle range, reflecting balanced real estate markets and economic stability.

Housing costs well under control

Grant County's rent-to-income ratio of 15.3% is among the most favorable in the region, below the 28–30% threshold indicating stress. This level of affordability ensures residents retain substantial earnings for other expenses, savings, and future investments.

Build passive income alongside primary earnings

With $69,063 median household income and controlled housing costs, Grant County residents can confidently explore dividend-paying investments, rental properties, or business ventures to supplement primary earnings. The financial stability here supports diversified wealth-building strategies beyond traditional employment.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Grant County

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Limited data, but positive health status

While life expectancy data is unavailable for Grant County, the 12.3% poor/fair health rate suggests relatively strong health outcomes compared to the national average chronic disease burden. Grant County's health profile appears resilient despite data gaps.

Good health status despite sparse data

Grant County's 12.3% poor-health rate ranks favorably against Nebraska's median, placing the county among healthier communities. However, missing life expectancy and provider data limits a full state-level comparison.

Health outcomes compare well regionally

Grant County's 12.3% poor-health rate matches Garfield County and trails the higher rates of Garden County (19.5%) and Gosper County (14.5%). Limited provider data prevents detailed access comparisons with neighboring counties.

Insurance rate solid, provider data limited

Grant County's 8.2% uninsured rate nearly matches Nebraska's 8.1% average, suggesting reasonable coverage access. However, primary care and mental health provider counts are unavailable, making local healthcare capacity unclear.

Maintain coverage to preserve health gains

Grant County residents in that uninsured 8.2% should act quickly to secure coverage. Visit Healthcare.gov or contact a local navigator to explore plans that protect your health and wallet.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Grant County

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Grant County is virtually risk-free

Grant County's composite risk score of 0.19 represents one of the safest locations in the entire United States and is less than 1% of Nebraska's state average of 25.80. This remote panhandle county experiences minimal natural disaster exposure.

The safest county in Nebraska

Grant ranks as Nebraska's safest county by composite risk score, with virtually no significant hazard exposure across flooding, tornadoes, earthquakes, or other major threats. Its exceptionally low score reflects the region's geography and climate.

Part of Nebraska's safest zone

Grant sits alongside Garfield County (1.27) to the east in a panhandle pocket where natural disaster risk is negligible statewide. This entire northwestern region represents the nation's most stable natural hazard environment.

Wildfire is your only measurable hazard

Wildfire risk (61.96) is Grant's sole notable exposure, though still moderate rather than high. All other hazards—flooding, tornadoes, earthquakes—are effectively zero.

Basic coverage handles Grant's minimal risk

Standard homeowner's insurance is sufficient for Grant County residents, with no need for specialized flood or earthquake policies. Maintaining defensible space during wildfire season provides practical seasonal protection.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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