68658 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 68658 (Rising City, Nebraska) pay a median of $1,683/year in property taxes on homes valued at $176,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.96%, which is 27% below the Nebraska state average of 1.32%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 68658 is approximately $140, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Butler County. This is $600 less than the Nebraska average of $2,283/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Nebraska, 68658 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 68937 (0.96%) and 68627 (0.96%).

In Rising City, property taxes represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $98,750, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Nebraska does not have a state-level homestead exemption, but Butler County follows the statewide property tax system — contact the Butler County Assessor's office to verify if agricultural use or other county-specific exemptions apply to your property. Senior citizens (age 65+) and disabled persons may qualify for the Homestead Exemption or Property Tax Credit; file applications with the Butler County Assessor by your county's deadline (typically mid-year). Visit the Butler County Assessor's office or call (402) 685-6300 to confirm exemption eligibility and file before assessment notices are mailed.