Pettis County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 11,876.
The median annual property tax in Pettis County is $1,259, which is 5% higher than the Missouri state average and 35% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $161,500. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,259
+5% vs State
-35% vs US
Median Home Value
$161,500
-1% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
+7% vs State
-18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,313
$109/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,210
$101/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 | $1,259 +3.8% | 0.78% |
| 2022 | $1,213 +6.6% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $1,138 +4.5% | 0.85% |
| 2020 | $1,089 +3.9% | 0.84% |
| 2019 | $1,048 | 0.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,232
per year
Monthly Tax
$105
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Douglas County
Tax: $673/yr Rate: 0.41%
Schuyler County
Tax: $1,030/yr Rate: 0.87%
Moniteau County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 0.72%
Christian County
Tax: $1,878/yr Rate: 0.75%
Macon County
Tax: $1,049/yr Rate: 0.83%
Barton County
Tax: $1,010/yr Rate: 0.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pettis County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pettis County is $1,259 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $161,500.
How does Pettis County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pettis County are 35% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.78% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pettis County? ▼
In Pettis County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,313 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,210. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pettis County? ▼
Property taxes in Pettis County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $60,232. 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.