Scottsbluff, Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Scottsbluff, Nebraska
Median Scottsbluff, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 1.25%, higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Scottsbluff, Nebraska home value: $127,682
Median annual Scottsbluff, Nebraska tax bill: $1,521, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Scotts Bluff calculated?
Property taxes in Scottsbluff, 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 Scottsbluff's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Scottsbluff, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Scottsbluff, Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,596
$1,481
How Does the Scottsbluff Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Scottsbluff property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Scottsbluff's median effective tax rate of 1.25% — based on actual property records in Scotts Bluff 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 Scottsbluff'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 Scottsbluff: rates range from 1.25% in 69361 to 1.25% in 69361, 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 Scottsbluff.
About Scottsbluff Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Scottsbluff, Scotts Bluff, Nebraska
Scottsbluff's median effective property tax rate of 1.25% is lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Scotts Bluff 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 Scottsbluff. Homeowners in the 69361 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.25%, while those in 69361 pay 1.25%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Scotts Bluff County. Understanding which part of Scottsbluff you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Scottsbluff 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 Scottsbluff, Scotts Bluff 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 Scottsbluff'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 Scottsbluff Tax Rate
1.25%
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 Scotts Bluff County Tax Rate
1.26%
Median Effective Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Scottsbluff, Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69361 | 1.09% | 1.23% | 1.25% | 1.26% | 1.28% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Scottsbluff, Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Scottsbluff, 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 Scotts Bluff 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 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 Scotts Bluff County are sent in June each year and typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
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 home price in Scottsbluff is $127,682, and the median tax bill is $1,521, 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 Scottsbluff, Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$25,870
$88,005
$150,140
Median Scottsbluff Market Value
$127,682
Median Scotts Bluff County Market Value
$134,370
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Scottsbluff, Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69361 | $39,974 | $77,384 | $127,682 | $204,586 | $312,490 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Scottsbluff, Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska
Property tax bills in Scottsbluff are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can shift too, which affects the final bill. For a home with a median price of $127,682, the tax bill can vary widely depending on location and the services funded by local taxes.
In Scotts Bluff County, the median property tax bill is $1,521, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills in the city range from $898 at the 25th percentile to $2,468 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile reaching $3,845. That spread shows how much assessed value and local tax rates can affect what homeowners owe each year.
Median Scottsbluff Tax Bill
$1,521
Median Scotts Bluff County Tax Bill
$1,784
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Scottsbluff, Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69361 | $379 | $898 | $1,521 | $2,468 | $3,845 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 30 |
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| Scotts Bluff Tax Assessor | |
| Website | nebraskaassessorsonline.us |