68821 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 68821 (Brewster, Nebraska) pay a median of $1,636/year in property taxes on homes valued at $181,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.90%, which is 32% below the Nebraska state average of 1.32%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 68821 is approximately $136, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Blaine County. This is $647 less than the Nebraska average of $2,283/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Nebraska, 68821 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 68745 (0.90%) and 68367 (0.90%).

In Brewster, property taxes represent approximately 6.1% of the median household income of $26,944, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Nebraska properties are assessed locally by county, and your assessed value may be adjusted at sale or upon improvements; verify your property's current assessment with the Blaine County Assessor. Seniors (65+) and disabled homeowners qualify for Nebraska's Homestead Exemption, which reduces taxable assessed value — contact the Blaine County Assessor to confirm your eligibility and file the required exemption application. File your Homestead Exemption claim with the Blaine County Assessor's office early in the calendar year following your purchase to ensure it applies to your first tax bill.