Harbine, Jefferson County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Harbine, Nebraska
Median Harbine, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 1.29%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Harbine, Nebraska home value: $30,170
Median annual Harbine, Nebraska tax bill: $389, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Jefferson calculated?
Property taxes in Harbine, 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 Harbine's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Harbine, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Harbine, Jefferson County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$389
$361
How Does the Harbine Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Harbine property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property’s assessed value and our calculator applies Harbine’s median effective tax rate of 1.29% — based on actual property records in Jefferson County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property’s estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessor uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home’s market value. Our calculator applies Harbine’s median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Harbine’s rate is higher than Nebraska’s 1.39% state median tax rate and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%, while the median property tax bill of $389 is $2,011 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 Harbine.
About Harbine Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Harbine, Jefferson, Nebraska
Harbine's median effective property tax rate of 1.29% is lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Jefferson 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 Harbine. Homeowners in the highest ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.29%, while those in the lowest pay 1.29%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Jefferson County. Understanding which part of Harbine you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Harbine 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 Harbine, Jefferson 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 Harbine'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 Ă· 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 Harbine Tax Rate
1.29%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Jefferson County Tax Rate
1.35%
Median Effective Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Harbine, Jefferson County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68377 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Harbine, Jefferson County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Harbine, 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Harbine.
For example, the median home price in Harbine is $30,170, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. The median tax bill is $389, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Harbine, Jefferson County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$25,440
$212,223
$399,006
Median Harbine Market Value
$30,170
Median Jefferson County Market Value
$102,932
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Harbine, Jefferson County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68377 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Harbine, Jefferson County, Nebraska
How are property tax bills calculated in Harbine, Nebraska?
Property tax bills in Harbine are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by Jefferson County and other taxing authorities. When a property’s assessed value rises, the tax bill can increase even if the homeowner has not made any changes to the home. The bill is determined by applying the tax rate to the assessed value, which means both the market value of the property and local levy decisions matter.
For Harbine homeowners, the median home price is $30,170, and property tax bills are relatively modest compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400. The 25th percentile tax bill is $218, the 75th percentile is $448, and the 90th percentile is $483. These amounts show how property taxes can vary across homes in the same area. Because property taxes are recurring, even small changes in assessment or tax rates can affect household budgets year after year.
Median Harbine Tax Bill
$389
Median Jefferson County Tax Bill
$1,238
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Harbine, Jefferson County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68377 | 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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| Jefferson Tax Assessor | |
| Website | jefferson.gworks.com |