Johnson County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 13,207.
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $1,515, which is 26% higher than the Missouri state average and 21% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $221,400. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,515
+26% vs State
-21% vs US
Median Home Value
$221,400
+36% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-7% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,549
$129/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,470
$123/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 | $1,515 +2.9% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $1,473 +4.0% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $1,416 +6.6% | 0.82% |
| 2020 | $1,328 -0.5% | 0.81% |
| 2019 | $1,335 | 0.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,123
per year
Monthly Tax
$126
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
DeKalb County
Tax: $1,269/yr Rate: 0.76%
Mississippi County
Tax: $880/yr Rate: 0.88%
Cass County
Tax: $2,364/yr Rate: 0.88%
Vernon County
Tax: $970/yr Rate: 0.71%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 0.75%
Douglas County
Tax: $673/yr Rate: 0.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Johnson County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $1,515 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $221,400.
How does Johnson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County are 21% 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 Johnson County? ▼
In Johnson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,549 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,470. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $67,123. 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.