68360 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 68360 (Garland, Nebraska) pay a median of $2,693/year in property taxes on homes valued at $231,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.16%, which is 12% below the Nebraska state average of 1.32%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 68360 is approximately $224, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Seward County. This is $410 more than the Nebraska average of $2,283/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Nebraska, 68360 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 68340 (1.16%) and 68378 (1.16%).

In Garland, property taxes represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $67,308, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Nebraska reassesses all properties at fair market value upon sale; unlike some states, there is no assessment cap for new owners. Seward County offers a Homestead Exemption for primary residences that reduces your assessed value — file your exemption claim with the Seward County Assessor before your first tax bill is issued. Request a written explanation of the assessed value from the Seward County Assessor and note the deadline for filing an appeal (typically 30 days from assessment notice).