Rate Breakdown

Property taxes in Chase County are calculated by multiplying the assessed value (minus exemptions) by the total local millage rate.

How Property Tax Works in Chase County

Property taxes in Chase County, Nebraska, are determined by a combination of the property's assessed value and the local millage rate. The assessment process begins with the County Assessor, who determines the actual value of the real estate based on market data and physical characteristics. This value is then multiplied by a state-mandated assessment percentage to establish the taxable value.

The final tax amount is calculated using "mills." One mill represents one-tenth of a cent (or $1 for every $1,000 of taxable value). The total millage rate is the sum of levies from the county, city, school districts, and other special taxing entities. Because these rates can fluctuate annually based on local budget requirements, it is important to check the most current rates provided by the Chase County Treasurer.

Available Exemptions

Nebraska offers several programs to reduce the tax burden for eligible homeowners. These exemptions typically lower the taxable value of the property:

• Homestead Exemption: Available to residents who occupy their property as their primary residence. This significantly reduces the assessed value for tax purposes.
• Senior Citizen Exemptions: Residents aged 65 or older may qualify for additional tax relief or freezes on assessed values.
• Disability Exemptions: Certain property tax credits or exemptions are available for individuals with documented permanent disabilities.
• Veteran Exemptions: Specific tax relief may be available for disabled veterans or surviving spouses, depending on the level of service-connected disability.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

In Chase County, property taxes are typically billed annually, though Nebraska law allows for installment payment plans. Tax statements are generally mailed out in the spring.

• Payment Deadlines: While taxes accrue throughout the year, the primary deadline for payment without penalty is typically in late winter or early spring of the following year.
• Installments: Homeowners may opt to pay in installments to spread the cost across several months.
• Late Consequences: Failure to pay by the deadline results in interest charges. If taxes remain unpaid for an extended period, the property may be subject to a tax sale to recover the delinquent funds.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe your property has been overvalued by the Chase County Assessor, you have the right to appeal. This process must be initiated within a specific window after the notice of assessment is mailed.

To start an appeal, you must file a formal request with the County Board of Equalization. You should provide supporting evidence, such as recent appraisals of similar properties in your neighborhood or documentation of structural damage that reduces the home's value. If a resolution is not reached at the county level, the appeal can be escalated to the Nebraska Department of Revenue's Tax Appeal Board.