Polk County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Polk County, Nebraska
Median Polk County effective property tax rate: 0.97%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Polk County home value: $151,595
Median annual Polk County tax bill: $1,416, $984 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Polk County calculated?
Property taxes in Polk County 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 your county's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Whether you live in Polk County or another part of Polk County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Polk County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
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How Does the Polk County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Polk County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Polk County's median effective tax rate of 0.97% to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the assessor assigns for tax purposes, which is typically lower than market value after applicable exemptions. Our calculator uses the median effective rate for a more accurate estimate than the statutory millage rate alone.
Your actual bill may vary based on your specific exemptions, local school district levies, and any special assessment districts that apply to your property. Polk County's median effective tax rate is lower than Nebraska's 1.39% state median, and the county's $1,416 median property tax bill is $984 below the state median.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Polk County.
Property Tax Rates Across Polk County, Nebraska
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Polk County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Polk County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.
Below, compare Polk County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Nebraska or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Polk County's median effective rate stands at 0.97%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Polk County, the highest rate is found in OSCEOLA at 1.31%, while CLARKS has the lowest at 0.60%.
These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, special assessment districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.
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 Polk County Tax Rate
0.97%
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 Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Polk County, Nebraska
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarks | 0.56% | 0.58% | 0.60% | 0.61% | 0.63% |
| Columbus | 0.66% | 0.71% | 0.77% | 1.42% | 1.48% |
| Gresham | 0.55% | 0.58% | 0.63% | 0.72% | 0.74% |
| Osceola | 0.68% | 0.75% | 1.31% | 1.33% | 1.34% |
| Polk | 0.56% | 0.61% | 0.99% | 1.03% | 1.04% |
| Shelby | 0.65% | 0.70% | 0.96% | 0.98% | 0.99% |
| Silver Creek | 0.56% | 0.72% | 0.76% | 0.81% | 0.82% |
| Stromsburg | 0.63% | 0.70% | 0.97% | 0.98% | 0.99% |
| Benedict | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Rising City | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Polk County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Polk County, 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 Polk 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 Polk 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. The median tax bill in Polk County is $1,416, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Tax bills range significantly across the county, from $860 in Polk to $3,738 in Gresham.
Median Polk County Market Value
$151,595
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Polk County, Nebraska
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarks | $200,928 | $274,208 | $517,328 | $595,956 | $775,846 |
| Columbus | $51,899 | $81,100 | $125,000 | $237,585 | $414,206 |
| Gresham | $165,140 | $350,495 | $517,515 | $741,980 | $1,235,740 |
| Osceola | $42,099 | $81,275 | $148,320 | $297,075 | $665,989 |
| Polk | $27,974 | $58,176 | $89,448 | $190,038 | $631,211 |
| Shelby | $65,876 | $101,765 | $150,748 | $232,506 | $541,828 |
| Silver Creek | $67,694 | $134,850 | $227,348 | $686,694 | $1,136,176 |
| Stromsburg | $64,602 | $108,655 | $164,728 | $251,519 | $555,738 |
| Benedict | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Rising City | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Polk County, Nebraska
Property tax bills in Polk are based on a home’s assessed value, which is the value local officials assign for tax purposes, not the market price a buyer might pay. That assessed value is then multiplied by the local tax rate and adjusted for any applicable exemptions or special assessments to determine the final bill. Because the bill is tied to value, homes with higher assessments generally face higher taxes, while lower-assessed homes pay less.
For homeowners, this means the property tax bill can change when assessments rise, even if the home has not been sold. In Polk, the median home price is $151,595, and tax bills vary widely across the county. The 25th percentile tax bill is $783, while the 75th percentile is $2,448 and the 90th percentile reaches $4,679. Median tax bills also differ by city, from $860 in Polk to $3,738 in Gresham.
Median Polk County Tax Bill
$1,416
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Polk County, Nebraska
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarks | $1,273 | $1,603 | $3,072 | $3,613 | $4,768 |
| Columbus | $356 | $592 | $1,219 | $2,286 | $4,142 |
| Gresham | $1,046 | $2,039 | $3,738 | $4,741 | $7,219 |
| Osceola | $394 | $866 | $1,654 | $2,946 | $5,503 |
| Polk | $259 | $515 | $860 | $1,510 | $4,693 |
| Shelby | $436 | $841 | $1,305 | $2,118 | $3,910 |
| Silver Creek | $341 | $911 | $1,673 | $5,461 | $8,595 |
| Stromsburg | $455 | $928 | $1,487 | $2,214 | $4,092 |
| Benedict | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Rising City | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
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| Appeal Deadline | June 30 |
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| Polk Tax Assessor | |
| Website | polk.gworks.com |