Hartington, Cedar County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Hartington, Nebraska
Median Hartington, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 1.14%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Hartington, Nebraska home value: $174,892
Median annual Hartington, Nebraska tax bill: $1,580, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Cedar calculated?
Property taxes in Hartington, 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 Hartington's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Hartington, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Hartington, Cedar County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.14%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,994
$1,850
How Does the Hartington Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Hartington property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Hartington's median effective tax rate of 1.14% — based on actual property records in Cedar 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 Hartington'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 Hartington: rates range from 1.14% in 68739 to 1.14% in 68739, 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 Hartington.
About Hartington Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Hartington, Cedar, Nebraska
Hartington’s median effective property tax rate of 1.14% is lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Cedar 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 Hartington. Homeowners in ZIP code 68739 carry a median effective rate of 1.14%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 1.14%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Cedar County. Understanding which part of Hartington you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Hartington 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 Hartington, Cedar 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 Hartington'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 Hartington Tax Rate
1.14%
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 Cedar County Tax Rate
0.98%
Median Effective Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Hartington, Cedar County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68739 | 0.52% | 0.53% | 1.14% | 1.16% | 1.16% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hartington, Cedar County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Hartington, 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 Cedar County appraisal district 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 Cedar 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 Hartington.
For example, the median home price in Hartington is $174,892, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 68739 has the highest median home price at $174,892.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hartington, Cedar County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$19,995
$327,883
$635,770
Median Hartington Market Value
$174,892
Median Cedar County Market Value
$136,050
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hartington, Cedar County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68739 | $48,988 | $98,091 | $174,892 | $329,451 | $795,988 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Hartington, Cedar County, Nebraska
Property tax bills in Hartington are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price. Local taxing authorities apply the property tax rate to that assessed value to determine the annual bill, which means two homes with different assessments can owe very different amounts. In Cedar County, the median home price is $174,892, and the median property tax bill is $1,580, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Several factors can affect the final bill, including the home’s assessed value, local tax rates, and any exemptions that may apply. For many homeowners, this means a tax bill can change even if the home itself has not changed much. Bills in the area also vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $896 and the 90th percentile at $4,931. That range shows how property characteristics and local assessments can significantly affect what homeowners pay each year.
Median Hartington Tax Bill
$1,580
Median Cedar County Tax Bill
$1,310
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Hartington, Cedar County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68739 | $394 | $896 | $1,580 | $2,799 | $4,931 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Cedar Tax Assessor | |
| Website | cedar.gworks.com |