St. Charles County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 128,045.
The median annual property tax in St. Charles County is $3,340, which is 179% higher than the Missouri state average and 74% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $296,800. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,340
+179% vs State
+74% vs US
Median Home Value
$296,800
+83% vs State
+40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
+55% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,370
$281/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,269
$272/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 | $3,340 +4.5% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $3,196 +8.7% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $2,941 +4.6% | 1.21% |
| 2020 | $2,811 +3.7% | 1.22% |
| 2019 | $2,710 | 1.24% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$102,912
per year
Monthly Tax
$278
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Jackson County
Tax: $2,448/yr Rate: 1.15%
Macon County
Tax: $1,049/yr Rate: 0.83%
Atchison County
Tax: $1,178/yr Rate: 1.17%
Daviess County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.71%
Shelby County
Tax: $772/yr Rate: 0.90%
St. Louis city
Tax: $1,935/yr Rate: 1.05%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in St. Charles County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in St. Charles County is $3,340 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $296,800.
How does St. Charles County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in St. Charles County are 74% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.13% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in St. Charles County? ▼
In St. Charles County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,370 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,269. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in St. Charles County? ▼
Property taxes in St. Charles County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $102,912. 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.