Buchanan County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 21,674.
The median annual property tax in Buchanan County is $1,253, which is 5% higher than the Missouri state average and 35% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $156,600. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,253
+5% vs State
-35% vs US
Median Home Value
$156,600
-4% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
+10% vs State
-16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,299
$108/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,177
$98/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 | $1,253 +3.1% | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $1,215 +7.1% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $1,134 +2.7% | 0.87% |
| 2020 | $1,104 +0.3% | 0.88% |
| 2019 | $1,101 | 0.90% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,423
per year
Monthly Tax
$104
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Carter County
Tax: $654/yr Rate: 0.44%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,448/yr Rate: 1.15%
Shannon County
Tax: $652/yr Rate: 0.43%
Holt County
Tax: $945/yr Rate: 0.77%
Cass County
Tax: $2,364/yr Rate: 0.88%
Ralls County
Tax: $1,161/yr Rate: 0.76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Buchanan County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Buchanan County is $1,253 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $156,600.
How does Buchanan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Buchanan County are 35% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Buchanan County? ▼
In Buchanan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,299 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,177. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Buchanan County? ▼
Property taxes in Buchanan County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $59,423. 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.