Ogallala, Keith County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Ogallala, Nebraska
Median Ogallala, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 1.07%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Ogallala, Nebraska home value: $165,895
Median annual Ogallala, Nebraska tax bill: $1,691, $709 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Keith County calculated?
Property taxes in Ogallala, 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 Ogallala's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Ogallala, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Ogallala, Keith County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.07%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Ogallala Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Ogallala property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Ogallala's median effective tax rate of 1.07% — based on actual property records in Keith 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 Ogallala's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Ogallala's rate is higher than Nebraska's 1.39% state median tax rate, while the median property tax bill is $1,691, which is $709 lower than the state median bill. In ZIP code 69153, the median bill is $1,691.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Ogallala.
About Ogallala Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Ogallala, Keith, Nebraska
Ogallala’s median effective property tax rate of 1.07% is lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Keith 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 Ogallala. Homeowners in ZIP code 69153 carry a median effective rate of 1.07%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 1.07%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Keith County. Understanding which part of Ogallala you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Ogallala homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before June 30, 2026.
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 Ogallala, Keith 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 Ogallala'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 Ogallala Tax Rate
1.07%
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 Keith County Tax Rate
0.75%
Median Effective Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Ogallala, Keith County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69153 | 0.73% | 0.78% | 1.07% | 1.07% | 1.07% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Ogallala, Keith County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Ogallala, 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. Keith County 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 Keith 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 Ogallala.
For example, the median home price in Ogallala is $165,895, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 69153 has the highest median home price at $165,895.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Ogallala, Keith County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$104,878
$252,599
$400,320
Median Ogallala Market Value
$165,895
Median Keith County Market Value
$152,445
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Ogallala, Keith County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69153 | $53,385 | $101,150 | $165,895 | $266,055 | $458,004 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Ogallala, Keith County, Nebraska
Property tax bills in Ogallala are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Keith County and other taxing authorities. When a home’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which affects the final bill. The median home price in Ogallala is $165,895, and that value helps show the level at which taxes are calculated.
Homeowners in Ogallala typically see tax bills that vary by property value and location. The 25th percentile tax bill is $985, the 75th percentile is $2,569, and the 90th percentile is $4,030. The median tax bill in ZIP code 69153 is $1,691.
These bills matter because they add to the cost of owning a home each year. Even small changes in assessed value or tax rates can raise or lower what a homeowner owes, making property taxes an important part of long-term housing costs.
Median Ogallala Tax Bill
$1,691
Median Keith County Tax Bill
$1,412
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Ogallala, Keith County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69153 | $405 | $985 | $1,691 | $2,569 | $4,030 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Keith Tax Assessor | |
| Website | keith.gworks.com |