Tekamah, Burt County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Tekamah, Nebraska
Median Tekamah, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 1.26%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Tekamah, Nebraska home value: $142,037
Median annual Tekamah, Nebraska tax bill: $1,837, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Burt calculated?
Property taxes in Tekamah, Nebraska are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Tekamah's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Tekamah, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Tekamah, Burt County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Tekamah Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Tekamah property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Tekamah's median effective tax rate of 1.26% — based on actual property records in Burt County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Tekamah's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Tekamah: rates range from 1.26% in 68061 to 1.26% in 68061, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Tekamah.
About Tekamah Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Tekamah, Burt, Nebraska
Tekamah’s median effective property tax rate of 1.26% is lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Burt County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Tekamah. Homeowners in the 68061 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.26%, while those in the lowest ZIP also pay 1.26%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Burt County. Understanding which part of Tekamah you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Tekamah homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the June 30, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Tekamah, Burt County, Nebraska
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Tekamah's effective property tax rate to other cities in Nebraska and the median property tax rates in Nebraska and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Tekamah Tax Rate
1.26%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Burt County Tax Rate
1.51%
Median Effective Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Tekamah, Burt County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68061 | 0.83% | 0.86% | 1.26% | 1.63% | 1.64% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Tekamah, Burt County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Tekamah, Nebraska, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Burt County assessor estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Burt County, assessment notices are sent in June each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of June.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Tekamah.
For example, the median home price in Tekamah is $142,037, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 68061 has the highest median home price at $142,037.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Tekamah, Burt County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$92,592
$261,455
$430,317
Median Tekamah Market Value
$142,037
Median Burt County Market Value
$129,064
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Tekamah, Burt County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68061 | $36,894 | $78,570 | $142,037 | $247,712 | $426,250 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Tekamah, Burt County, Nebraska
Property tax bills in Tekamah are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. When a property’s assessed value rises, the tax bill can increase unless the rate changes or exemptions apply. For homeowners, this means the bill is tied directly to how the home is valued for tax purposes, not just what it might sell for on the market.
With a median home price of $142,037, Tekamah homeowners can see very different tax bills depending on their property’s assessment and location within the city. The median tax bill in the area is $1,837, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills can still vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $907 and the 75th percentile at $3,314. For some homeowners, that difference can have a meaningful impact on monthly housing costs and overall affordability.
Median Tekamah Tax Bill
$1,837
Median Burt County Tax Bill
$1,734
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Tekamah, Burt County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68061 | $364 | $907 | $1,837 | $3,314 | $5,267 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Burt Tax Assessor | |
| Website | burt.gworks.com |