82242 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 82242 (Van Tassell, Wyoming) pay a median of $933/year in property taxes on homes valued at $320,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.29%, which is 46% below the Wyoming state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 82242 is approximately $78, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Niobrara County. This is $705 less than the Wyoming average of $1,638/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Wyoming, 82242 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 83414 (0.29%) and 82213 (0.30%).

Wyoming assesses primary residences at 9.5% of market value with no state income tax, meaning your property tax burden is significantly lower than most states even at full market assessment. The Wyoming Senior Homestead Exemption reduces taxable value for homeowners 65+ who have occupied their primary residence for 12 consecutive months — contact the Niobrara County Assessor to apply and provide proof of age and occupancy. File your exemption application with the Niobrara County Assessor before your first tax bill is due to lock in the reduced assessment.