68364 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 68364 (Goehner, Nebraska) pay a median of $1,924/year in property taxes on homes valued at $159,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.21%, which is 8% below the Nebraska state average of 1.32%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 68364 is approximately $160, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Seward County. This is $359 less than the Nebraska average of $2,283/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Nebraska, 68364 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 68016 (1.21%) and 69170 (1.21%).

In Goehner, property taxes represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $94,083, 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).