Butler County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 10,717.
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $934, which is 22% lower than the Missouri state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $138,800. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$934
-22% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$138,800
-15% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
-8% vs State
-29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,015
$85/mo
Without Mortgage
$876
$73/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 | $934 +6.0% | 0.67% |
| 2022 | $881 +7.2% | 0.66% |
| 2021 | $822 +3.8% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $792 +6.6% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $743 | 0.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,213
per year
Monthly Tax
$78
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Washington County
Tax: $682/yr Rate: 0.58%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,101/yr Rate: 0.61%
Ralls County
Tax: $1,161/yr Rate: 0.76%
Lawrence County
Tax: $969/yr Rate: 0.61%
Miller County
Tax: $1,065/yr Rate: 0.63%
Cass County
Tax: $2,364/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Butler County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $934 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $138,800.
How does Butler County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Butler County? ▼
In Butler County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,015 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $876. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Butler County? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $49,213. 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.