68779 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 68779 (Stanton, Nebraska) pay a median of $2,500/year in property taxes on homes valued at $197,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.26%, which is 4% below the Nebraska state average of 1.32%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 68779 is approximately $208, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Stanton County. This is $217 more than the Nebraska average of $2,283/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Nebraska, 68779 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 68930 (1.26%) and 69165 (1.26%).

In Stanton, property taxes represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $77,991, 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. Stanton County provides a Homestead Exemption for qualifying owner-occupied primary residences that lowers assessed value — apply directly with the Stanton County Assessor to secure this benefit. Contact the Stanton County Assessor within 30 days of closing to file for the exemption and obtain your assessment details.