Benton County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 6,837.
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $918, which is 23% lower than the Missouri state average and 52% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $164,700. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$918
-23% vs State
-52% vs US
Median Home Value
$164,700
+1% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
-23% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$934
$78/mo
Without Mortgage
$904
$75/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $918 +2.2% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $898 +10.6% | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $812 -1.2% | 0.62% |
| 2020 | $822 +9.9% | 0.67% |
| 2019 | $748 | 0.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,200
per year
Monthly Tax
$77
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Lafayette County
Tax: $1,534/yr Rate: 0.77%
Boone County
Tax: $2,232/yr Rate: 0.88%
Wright County
Tax: $584/yr Rate: 0.38%
Stone County
Tax: $1,167/yr Rate: 0.49%
Butler County
Tax: $934/yr Rate: 0.67%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,448/yr Rate: 1.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Benton County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $918 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $164,700.
How does Benton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County are 52% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Benton County? ▼
In Benton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $934 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $904. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Benton County? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $52,200. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.