69341 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 69341 (Gering, Nebraska) pay a median of $2,680/year in property taxes on homes valued at $169,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.58%, which is 20% above the Nebraska state average of 1.32%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 69341 is approximately $223, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Scotts Bluff County. This is $397 more than the Nebraska average of $2,283/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Nebraska, 69341 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 68132 (1.58%) and 68871 (1.58%).

In Gering, property taxes represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $70,142, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Nebraska reassesses properties annually at fair market value with no growth limit; the Scotts Bluff County Assessor will establish your baseline at purchase and adjust it yearly. Owner-occupants should apply for the Homestead Exemption through the Scotts Bluff County Assessor's office to reduce their assessed value and taxes. File your exemption claim within 30 days of closing to ensure it takes effect on your first tax bill.