Shelby County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 1,780.
The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $772, which is 36% lower than the Missouri state average and 60% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.90% on a median home value of $86,200. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$772
-36% vs State
-60% vs US
Median Home Value
$86,200
-47% vs State
-59% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.90%
+23% vs State
-5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$842
$70/mo
Without Mortgage
$719
$60/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 | $772 -1.8% | 0.90% |
| 2022 | $786 +6.2% | 0.92% |
| 2021 | $740 +1.9% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $726 -5.5% | 1.01% |
| 2019 | $768 | 1.06% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,127
per year
Monthly Tax
$64
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,159/yr Rate: 0.61%
Maries County
Tax: $1,088/yr Rate: 0.56%
Moniteau County
Tax: $1,205/yr Rate: 0.72%
Benton County
Tax: $918/yr Rate: 0.56%
Scotland County
Tax: $1,192/yr Rate: 0.84%
Hickory County
Tax: $581/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Shelby County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $772 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.90% on a median home value of $86,200.
How does Shelby County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Shelby County are 60% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.90% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Shelby County? ▼
In Shelby County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $842 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $719. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Shelby County? ▼
Property taxes in Shelby County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $52,127. 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.