Big Springs, Garden County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Big Springs, Nebraska
Median Big Springs, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 0.75%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Big Springs, Nebraska home value: $229,867
Median annual Big Springs, Nebraska tax bill: $2,001, $399 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Garden calculated?
Property taxes in Big Springs, 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 Big Springs's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Big Springs, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Big Springs, Garden County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.75%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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$1,600
How Does the Big Springs Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Big Springs property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Big Springs' median effective tax rate of 0.75% — based on actual property records in Garden 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 Big Springs' 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 Big Springs: rates differ across local districts, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts. Big Springs' median effective tax rate is lower than the Nebraska median tax rate of 1.39%, and the median property tax bill of $2,001 is lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Big Springs.
About Big Springs Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Big Springs, Garden, Nebraska
Big Springs's median effective property tax rate of 0.75% is lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Garden 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 Big Springs. Homeowners in the highest ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.75%, while those in the lowest ZIP code pay 0.75%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Garden County. Understanding which part of Big Springs you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Big Springs 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 Big Springs, Garden 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 Big Springs'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 Big Springs Tax Rate
0.75%
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 Garden County Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Big Springs, Garden County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69122 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Big Springs, Garden County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Big Springs, 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 Garden 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 Garden 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 Big Springs.
For example, the median home price in Big Springs is $229,867, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. The median tax bill is $2,001, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Big Springs, Garden County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$72,735
$251,743
$430,750
Median Big Springs Market Value
$229,867
Median Garden County Market Value
$84,422
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Big Springs, Garden County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69122 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Big Springs, Garden County, Nebraska
How are property tax bills calculated in Big Springs?
Property tax bills in Big Springs are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for the area. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which affects the final bill homeowners receive. The tax bill is determined by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable tax rate, so higher-valued homes generally face larger bills. Local taxing authorities also play a role, since county and other local budgets help determine how much homeowners owe each year.
What factors affect a homeowner’s bill? The median home price is $229,867, and that value helps show how property taxes can vary across the city. In Garden County, property tax bills range from $1,349 at the 25th percentile to $2,427 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile at $2,557. For homeowners, this means a bill can differ significantly depending on the home’s value and the local tax rate, making annual property taxes an important part of housing costs.
Median Big Springs Tax Bill
$2,001
Median Garden County Tax Bill
$783
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Big Springs, Garden County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69122 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Garden Tax Assessor | |
| Website | garden.gworks.com |