Christian County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 26,030.
The median annual property tax in Christian County is $1,878, which is 57% higher than the Missouri state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $249,700. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,878
+57% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$249,700
+54% vs State
+18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.75%
+3% vs State
-21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,890
$158/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,838
$153/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 | $1,878 +9.0% | 0.75% |
| 2022 | $1,723 +11.3% | 0.75% |
| 2021 | $1,548 +5.5% | 0.79% |
| 2020 | $1,467 +5.6% | 0.80% |
| 2019 | $1,389 | 0.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,245
per year
Monthly Tax
$157
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Adair County
Tax: $1,210/yr Rate: 0.76%
Scotland County
Tax: $1,192/yr Rate: 0.84%
Lafayette County
Tax: $1,534/yr Rate: 0.77%
Boone County
Tax: $2,232/yr Rate: 0.88%
Atchison County
Tax: $1,178/yr Rate: 1.17%
Worth County
Tax: $758/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Christian County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Christian County is $1,878 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $249,700.
How does Christian County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Christian County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Christian County? ▼
In Christian County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,890 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,838. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Christian County? ▼
Property taxes in Christian County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $81,245. 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.