Property Taxes in Norfolk, Nebraska
Median Norfolk, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 0.84%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Norfolk, Nebraska home value: $234,260
Median annual Norfolk, Nebraska tax bill: $2,026, $374 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Pierce calculated?
Property taxes in Norfolk, 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 Norfolk's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Norfolk, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Norfolk Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Norfolk property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Norfolk's median effective tax rate of 0.84% — based on actual property records in Pierce 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 Norfolk'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 Norfolk: rates range from 0.84% in 68701 to 0.84% in 68701, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts. Norfolk's median tax rate is lower than the Nebraska state median tax rate of 1.39%, and the median property tax bill of $2,026 is $374 lower than the state median.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Norfolk.
About Norfolk Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Norfolk, Pierce, Nebraska
Norfolk's median effective property tax rate of 0.84% is lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Pierce 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 Norfolk. Homeowners in the 68701 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.84%, while those in the lowest ZIP code pay 0.84%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Pierce County. Understanding which part of Norfolk you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Norfolk homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the 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 Norfolk, Pierce 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 Norfolk'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 Norfolk Tax Rate
0.84%
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 Pierce County Tax Rate
1.03%
Median Effective Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Norfolk, Pierce County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68701 | 0.69% | 0.70% | 0.84% | 0.94% | 0.99% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Norfolk, Pierce County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Norfolk, 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 Pierce 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 Pierce 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. For Norfolk homeowners, the median home price is $234,260, while the median property tax bill is $2,026. Tax bills range from $1,340 at the 25th percentile to $4,272 at the 90th percentile, compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Norfolk, Pierce County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$43,222
$226,994
$410,765
Median Norfolk Market Value
$234,260
Median Pierce County Market Value
$175,402
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Norfolk, Pierce County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68701 | $76,727 | $160,565 | $234,260 | $368,920 | $549,830 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Norfolk, Pierce County, Nebraska
Property tax bills in Norfolk are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. Local taxing authorities use that assessment to determine how much each homeowner owes, so the bill can vary depending on the home’s value and the tax rates set in Pierce County.
With a median home price of $234,260, many homeowners see bills that fall below or above the middle of the range depending on their property’s assessed value and any local levies. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,340, while the 75th percentile is $2,972 and the 90th percentile is $4,272. The median tax bill in the area is $2,026, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
For homeowners, this means property taxes can be a significant part of annual housing costs, especially when assessed values rise faster than expected.
Median Norfolk Tax Bill
$2,026
Median Pierce County Tax Bill
$1,756
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Norfolk, Pierce County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68701 | $474 | $1,340 | $2,026 | $2,972 | $4,272 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Pierce Tax Assessor | |
| Website | pierce.gworks.com |