Whitney, Dawes County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Whitney, Nebraska
Median Whitney, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 1.10%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Whitney, Nebraska home value: $119,060
Median annual Whitney, Nebraska tax bill: $1,307, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Dawes calculated?
Property taxes in Whitney, 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 Whitney's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Whitney, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Whitney, Dawes County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.1%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,310
$1,215
How Does the Whitney Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Whitney property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Whitney's median effective tax rate of 1.10% — based on actual property records in Dawes 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 Whitney'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 Whitney: rates range from 1.10% in 69367 to 1.10% in 69367, 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 Whitney.
About Whitney Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Whitney, Dawes, Nebraska
Whitney’s median effective property tax rate of 1.10% is lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Dawes 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 Whitney. Homeowners in the 69367 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.10%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 1.10%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Dawes County. Understanding which part of Whitney you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Whitney 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 Whitney, Dawes 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 Whitney'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 Whitney Tax Rate
1.10%
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 Dawes County Tax Rate
1.38%
Median Effective Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Whitney, Dawes County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69367 | 1.01% | 1.03% | 1.10% | 1.12% | 1.14% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Whitney, Dawes County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Whitney, 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 Dawes 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 Dawes 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 Whitney.
For example, the median home price in Whitney is $119,060, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 69367 has the highest median home price at $119,060.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Whitney, Dawes County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$72,300
$180,075
$287,850
Median Whitney Market Value
$119,060
Median Dawes County Market Value
$121,275
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Whitney, Dawes County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69367 | $5,950 | $38,840 | $119,060 | $277,345 | $414,950 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Whitney, Dawes County, Nebraska
Whitney property tax bills are calculated by multiplying a home’s assessed value by the local tax rate set for Dawes County and other taxing authorities. The assessed value is based on the market value of the property, and local budgets, school funding, and other public services all play a role in the final bill. For homeowners, this means that even if two homes are similar, differences in assessed value or location can lead to different tax bills.
In Whitney, the median home price is $119,060, and the median property tax bill in the area is $1,307. That is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Tax bills can still vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $440 and the 75th percentile at $2,949. For some homeowners, that higher bill can make property ownership more expensive and increase the importance of reviewing the assessed value carefully.
Median Whitney Tax Bill
$1,307
Median Dawes County Tax Bill
$1,518
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Whitney, Dawes County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69367 | $68 | $440 | $1,307 | $2,949 | $4,465 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Dawes Tax Assessor | |
| Website | dawes.gworks.com |