Lincoln, Cass County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Lincoln, Nebraska
Median Lincoln, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 1.03%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Lincoln, Nebraska home value: $387,002
Median annual Lincoln, Nebraska tax bill: $3,976, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Cass calculated?
Property taxes in Lincoln, 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 Lincoln's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Lincoln, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Lincoln, Cass County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.03%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$3,986
$3,699
How Does the Lincoln Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Lincoln property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Lincoln's median effective tax rate of 1.03% — based on actual property records in Cass County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment process uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Lincoln'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 Lincoln: rates range from 1.03% in 68527 to 1.03% in 68527, 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 Lincoln.
About Lincoln Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Lincoln, Cass, Nebraska
Lincoln’s median effective property tax rate of 1.03% is lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Cass 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 Lincoln. Homeowners in the 68527 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.03%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 1.03%. This narrow spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Cass County. Understanding which part of Lincoln you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Lincoln homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the 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 Lincoln, Cass 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 Lincoln'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 Lincoln Tax Rate
1.03%
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 Cass County Tax Rate
1.33%
Median Effective Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Lincoln, Cass County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68527 | 0.99% | 1.03% | 1.03% | 1.03% | 1.04% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Lincoln, Cass County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Lincoln, 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 Cass 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 Cass County, assessment notices are sent in the spring 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 Lincoln.
For example, the median home price in Lincoln is $387,002, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 68527 has the highest median home price at $387,002.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Lincoln, Cass County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$127,380
$266,573
$405,765
Median Lincoln Market Value
$387,002
Median Cass County Market Value
$223,072
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Lincoln, Cass County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68527 | $277,782 | $308,552 | $387,002 | $438,294 | $500,169 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Lincoln, Cass County, Nebraska
Property tax bills in Lincoln are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. For a home with a median market value of $387,002, the bill is calculated by applying the property tax rate to the assessed value, which helps determine how much a homeowner owes each year.
Several factors affect the final bill, including the home’s market value, the assessment process, and the tax rates used by local governments and school districts. In Lincoln, the median property tax bill is $3,976, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and reflects the impact of local tax levels on homeowners.
Bills can vary widely across the city. The 25th percentile tax bill is $3,166, while the 75th percentile reaches $4,517 and the 90th percentile climbs to $5,222. For homeowners, this means property taxes can be a major ongoing housing cost.
Median Lincoln Tax Bill
$3,976
Median Cass County Tax Bill
$2,961
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Lincoln, Cass County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68527 | $2,746 | $3,166 | $3,976 | $4,517 | $5,222 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Cass Tax Assessor | |
| Website | nebraskaassessorsonline.us |