Cedar County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 4,167.
The median annual property tax in Cedar County is $953, which is 21% lower than the Missouri state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $162,500. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$953
-21% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$162,500
+0% vs State
-23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.59%
-19% vs State
-38% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,042
$87/mo
Without Mortgage
$892
$74/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 | $953 +9.3% | 0.59% |
| 2022 | $872 +5.1% | 0.57% |
| 2021 | $830 +14.3% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $726 +0.6% | 0.76% |
| 2019 | $722 | 0.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$45,577
per year
Monthly Tax
$79
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Hickory County
Tax: $581/yr Rate: 0.47%
Sullivan County
Tax: $760/yr Rate: 0.74%
Washington County
Tax: $682/yr Rate: 0.58%
Lawrence County
Tax: $969/yr Rate: 0.61%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,448/yr Rate: 1.15%
Schuyler County
Tax: $1,030/yr Rate: 0.87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cedar County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cedar County is $953 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $162,500.
How does Cedar County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cedar County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.59% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cedar County? ▼
In Cedar County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,042 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $892. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cedar County? ▼
Property taxes in Cedar County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $45,577. 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.