Newton County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 16,971.
The median annual property tax in Newton County is $1,192, which is 1% lower than the Missouri state average and 38% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $175,300. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,192
-1% vs State
-38% vs US
Median Home Value
$175,300
+8% vs State
-17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-7% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,276
$106/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,058
$88/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 | $1,192 +1.7% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $1,172 +13.0% | 0.72% |
| 2021 | $1,037 +7.5% | 0.75% |
| 2020 | $965 +4.2% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $926 | 0.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,583
per year
Monthly Tax
$99
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Pike County
Tax: $994/yr Rate: 0.77%
Lewis County
Tax: $875/yr Rate: 0.74%
Lafayette County
Tax: $1,534/yr Rate: 0.77%
Stoddard County
Tax: $885/yr Rate: 0.65%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 0.75%
Ozark County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Newton County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Newton County is $1,192 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $175,300.
How does Newton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Newton County are 38% 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 Newton County? ▼
In Newton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,276 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,058. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Newton County? ▼
Property taxes in Newton County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $64,583. 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.