McDonald County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 5,774.
The median annual property tax in McDonald County is $723, which is 40% lower than the Missouri state average and 62% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $134,100. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$723
-40% vs State
-62% vs US
Median Home Value
$134,100
-17% vs State
-37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
-26% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$805
$67/mo
Without Mortgage
$637
$53/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 | $723 +6.0% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $682 +7.9% | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $632 +1.0% | 0.60% |
| 2020 | $626 -1.3% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $634 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,145
per year
Monthly Tax
$60
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Chariton County
Tax: $900/yr Rate: 0.76%
Ste. Genevieve County
Tax: $1,376/yr Rate: 0.64%
Wayne County
Tax: $565/yr Rate: 0.50%
St. Charles County
Tax: $3,340/yr Rate: 1.13%
Ripley County
Tax: $555/yr Rate: 0.50%
Newton County
Tax: $1,192/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in McDonald County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in McDonald County is $723 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $134,100.
How does McDonald County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in McDonald County are 62% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in McDonald County? ▼
In McDonald County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $805 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $637. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in McDonald County? ▼
Property taxes in McDonald County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $48,145. 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.