68788 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 68788 (West Point, Nebraska) pay a median of $1,895/year in property taxes on homes valued at $217,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.87%, which is 34% below the Nebraska state average of 1.32%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 68788 is approximately $158, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Cuming County. This is $388 less than the Nebraska average of $2,283/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Nebraska, 68788 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 68651 (0.88%) and 68928 (0.88%).

In West Point, property taxes represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $67,632, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Cuming County assesses property under Nebraska's valuation system without a uniform homestead exemption — your property may be reassessed annually, and exemptions vary by class (residential, agricultural, etc.). Seniors and disabled owners should contact the Cuming County Assessor to explore the Homestead Exemption or Property Tax Credit; file applications before the county's stated deadline. Reach the Cuming County Assessor at (402) 372-6006 to file for applicable exemptions and confirm the appeal deadline after you receive your assessment notice (typically 30 days).