Nebraska Real Estate Transfer Tax (2026)
Nebraska's real estate transfer tax is 0.332% ($3.32/$1,000), which comes to about $1,328 on a $400,000 home. It's customarily paid by the seller and collected at closing when the deed is recorded. The documentary stamp tax rose to $3.32/$1,000 on July 18, 2026 (from $2.32).
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
The transfer tax in Nebraska
- Rate: 0.332% ($3.32/$1,000)
- On a $400,000 home: ~$1,328 (state-level)
- Who customarily pays: Seller
- Local county/city add-on: No
Good to know
The documentary stamp tax rose to $3.32/$1,000 on July 18, 2026 (from $2.32). The transfer tax is paid once, at closing, when the deed is recorded — it's separate from your annual property tax. Compare every state on our transfer tax by state ranking.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the real estate transfer tax in Nebraska?
0.332% ($3.32/$1,000) — about $1,328 on a $400,000 home.
Who pays the transfer tax in Nebraska?
By custom, the seller pays it, though it's usually negotiable in the purchase contract.
Does Nebraska have local (city or county) transfer taxes?
No — Nebraska has no meaningful local transfer tax; the state figure is the whole story.