68715 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 68715 (Battle Creek, Nebraska) pay a median of $2,696/year in property taxes on homes valued at $197,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.37%, which is 4% above the Nebraska state average of 1.32%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 68715 is approximately $225, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Madison County. This is $413 more than the Nebraska average of $2,283/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Nebraska, 68715 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 68629 (1.37%) and 68733 (1.37%).

In Battle Creek, property taxes represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $100,368, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Nebraska reassesses all properties at market value at the time of purchase; there is no statewide cap on assessment increases for new owners. Madison County provides a Homestead Exemption for qualifying primary-residence owners that lowers assessed valuation — apply directly with the Madison County Assessor to ensure you capture this relief from your first tax bill. Submit your exemption application to the Madison County Assessor within 30 days of purchase and request a copy of your assessment notice for appeal review.