Jefferson County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 70,872.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $1,835, which is 53% higher than the Missouri state average and 5% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $218,800. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,835
+53% vs State
-5% vs US
Median Home Value
$218,800
+35% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+15% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,953
$163/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,586
$132/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 | $1,835 +4.9% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $1,750 +8.6% | 0.86% |
| 2021 | $1,612 +6.0% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $1,521 +2.7% | 0.91% |
| 2019 | $1,481 | 0.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,522
per year
Monthly Tax
$153
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Carter County
Tax: $654/yr Rate: 0.44%
Daviess County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.71%
Madison County
Tax: $1,146/yr Rate: 0.74%
Cape Girardeau County
Tax: $1,404/yr Rate: 0.67%
Mississippi County
Tax: $880/yr Rate: 0.88%
Cole County
Tax: $1,728/yr Rate: 0.81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $1,835 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $218,800.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 5% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,953 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,586. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $80,522. 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.