Howells, Stanton County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Howells, Nebraska
Median Howells, Nebraska effective property tax rate: 0.60%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39%.
Median Howells, Nebraska home value: $507,140
Median annual Howells, Nebraska tax bill: $3,154, $754 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Stanton calculated?
Property taxes in Howells, 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 Howells's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Howells, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Howells, Stanton County, Nebraska Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.6%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$3,043
$2,824
How Does the Howells Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Howells property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Howells's median effective tax rate of 0.60% — based on actual property records in Stanton 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 Howells'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 Howells: rates range from 0.60% in 68641 to 0.60% in 68641, 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 Howells.
About Howells Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Howells, Stanton, Nebraska
Howells’ median effective property tax rate of 0.60% is lower than the Nebraska state median of 1.39% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Stanton 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 Howells. Homeowners in the 68641 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.60%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 0.60%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Stanton County. Understanding which part of Howells you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Howells 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 Howells, Stanton 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 Howells'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 Howells Tax Rate
0.60%
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 Stanton County Tax Rate
1.04%
Median Effective Nebraska Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Howells, Stanton County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68641 | 0.59% | 0.59% | 0.60% | 0.62% | 0.70% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Howells, Stanton County, Nebraska
When examining property taxes in Howells, 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 Stanton 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 Stanton 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 example, the median home price in Howells is $507,140, with a median tax bill of $3,154. The highest median home price is in 68641 at $507,140.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Howells, Stanton County, Nebraska
Source: Ownwell
$171,088
$339,114
$507,140
Median Howells Market Value
$507,140
Median Stanton County Market Value
$188,398
Median Nebraska Market Value
$199,100
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Howells, Stanton County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68641 | $144,251 | $264,700 | $507,140 | $771,225 | $1,015,799 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Howells, Stanton County, Nebraska
Property tax bills in Howells are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the property’s market value. For homeowners in Stanton County, that means the bill reflects both what a home is worth and the taxing rates set by local governments and other taxing entities.
With a median home price of $507,140, property taxes can be a significant part of owning a home. The typical bill in the area is $3,154, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Bills can vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $1,691 and the 75th percentile at $4,659, while the 90th percentile reaches $5,714.
These differences matter because even small changes in assessed value or tax rates can affect what homeowners owe each year. For many residents, understanding how the bill is calculated is the first step toward making sure they are not paying more than they should.
Median Howells Tax Bill
$3,154
Median Stanton County Tax Bill
$2,018
Median Nebraska Tax Bill
$2,896
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Howells, Stanton County, Nebraska
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68641 | $871 | $1,691 | $3,154 | $4,659 | $5,714 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 30 |
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| Stanton Tax Assessor | |
| Website | beacon.schneidercorp.com |