69001 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 69001 (Mc Cook, Nebraska) pay a median of $1,984/year in property taxes on homes valued at $147,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.35%, which is near the Nebraska state average of 1.32%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 69001 is approximately $165, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Red Willow County. This is $299 less than the Nebraska average of $2,283/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Nebraska, 69001 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 68814 (1.35%) and 69334 (1.35%).

In Mc Cook, property taxes represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $60,089, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Nebraska conducts county-level property assessment, with reassessment at sale; verify your assessed value with the Red Willow County Assessor to understand your tax basis. Senior citizens (65+) and disabled persons may claim the Homestead Exemption, reducing your taxable assessed value — apply with the Red Willow County Assessor's office after closing to lower your property taxes. Contact the Red Willow County Assessor to request the exemption application, confirm your eligibility requirements, and learn the filing deadline to secure this tax benefit.