Pierce, Pierce County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Pierce, Nebraska
Median Pierce, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 0.95%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Pierce, Nebraska home value: $212,820
Median annual Pierce, Nebraska tax bill: $2,098, $302 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Pierce calculated?
Property taxes in Pierce, 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 Pierce's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Pierce, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Pierce, Pierce County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.95%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,022
$1,876
How Does the Pierce Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Pierce property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Pierce's median effective tax rate of 0.95% — 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 Pierce'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 Pierce: rates range from 0.95% in 68767 to 0.95% in 68767, 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 Pierce.
About Pierce Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Pierce, Pierce, Nebraska
Pierce’s median effective property tax rate of 0.95% 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 Pierce. Homeowners in the 68767 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.95%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 0.95%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Pierce County. Understanding which part of Pierce you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Pierce 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 Pierce, 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 Pierce'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 Pierce Tax Rate
0.95%
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
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Pierce, Pierce County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68767 | 0.65% | 0.66% | 0.95% | 1.27% | 1.30% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pierce, Pierce County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Pierce, 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 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 Pierce 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 Pierce.
For example, the median home price in Pierce is $212,820, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 68767 has the highest median home price at $212,820.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pierce, Pierce County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$43,222
$226,994
$410,765
Median Pierce Market Value
$212,820
Median Pierce County Market Value
$175,402
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pierce, Pierce County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68767 | $77,894 | $131,090 | $212,820 | $373,925 | $683,351 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Pierce, Pierce County, Nebraska
Property tax bills in Pierce are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by the 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 itself. For a home with a median value of $212,820, the bill is shaped by how local assessments compare with market conditions and by the rates applied to fund public services.
In Pierce, property tax bills vary widely. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,405, while the 75th percentile reaches $3,191, and the 90th percentile climbs to $5,010. The median tax bill is $2,098, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and reflects a property tax rate that can still have a meaningful effect on homeowners. Higher assessed values generally lead to higher bills, making property taxes an important part of long-term housing costs.
Median Pierce Tax Bill
$2,098
Median Pierce County Tax Bill
$1,756
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Pierce, Pierce County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68767 | $660 | $1,405 | $2,098 | $3,191 | $5,010 |
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 |