Barry County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 10,007.
The median annual property tax in Barry County is $988, which is 18% lower than the Missouri state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $172,900. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$988
-18% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$172,900
+6% vs State
-18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
-22% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,091
$91/mo
Without Mortgage
$906
$76/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 | $988 +1.2% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $976 +4.9% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $930 +7.5% | 0.64% |
| 2020 | $865 +4.2% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $830 | 0.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,611
per year
Monthly Tax
$82
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Shannon County
Tax: $652/yr Rate: 0.43%
St. Francois County
Tax: $1,161/yr Rate: 0.75%
Harrison County
Tax: $885/yr Rate: 0.82%
Stoddard County
Tax: $885/yr Rate: 0.65%
St. Charles County
Tax: $3,340/yr Rate: 1.13%
Wright County
Tax: $584/yr Rate: 0.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Barry County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Barry County is $988 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $172,900.
How does Barry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Barry County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Barry County? ▼
In Barry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,091 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $906. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Barry County? ▼
Property taxes in Barry County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $56,611. 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.