Cooper County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 4,824.
The median annual property tax in Cooper County is $1,332, which is 11% higher than the Missouri state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $197,100. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,332
+11% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$197,100
+21% vs State
-7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-7% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,339
$112/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,319
$110/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 | $1,332 +13.5% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $1,174 +2.3% | 0.70% |
| 2021 | $1,148 +4.6% | 0.76% |
| 2020 | $1,098 +11.9% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $981 | 0.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,548
per year
Monthly Tax
$111
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Ozark County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.47%
Pemiscot County
Tax: $970/yr Rate: 1.01%
Wayne County
Tax: $565/yr Rate: 0.50%
Iron County
Tax: $736/yr Rate: 0.65%
Moniteau County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 0.72%
Caldwell County
Tax: $1,230/yr Rate: 0.78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cooper County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cooper County is $1,332 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $197,100.
How does Cooper County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cooper County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cooper County? ▼
In Cooper County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,339 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,319. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cooper County? ▼
Property taxes in Cooper County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $67,548. 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.