68038 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 68038 (Lyons, Nebraska) pay a median of $1,921/year in property taxes on homes valued at $114,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.67%, which is 27% above the Nebraska state average of 1.32%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 68038 is approximately $160, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Burt County. This is $362 less than the Nebraska average of $2,283/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Nebraska, 68038 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 68138 (1.67%) and 68776 (1.67%).

In Lyons, property taxes represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $48,199, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Burt County follows Nebraska's statewide property assessment approach without a mandatory homestead exemption — properties are assessed annually, and you will receive valuation notices in the spring. Seniors (65+) and disabled residents may apply for the Homestead Exemption or Property Tax Reduction Credit; file with the Burt County Assessor by the county's filing deadline. Contact the Burt County Assessor at (402) 374-2766 when you receive your assessment notice to apply for relief programs and confirm your appeal window (30 days from notice).