DeKalb County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 2,717.
The median annual property tax in DeKalb County is $1,269, which is 6% higher than the Missouri state average and 34% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $167,500. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,269
+6% vs State
-34% vs US
Median Home Value
$167,500
+3% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.76%
+4% vs State
-20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,359
$113/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,207
$101/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 | $1,269 -2.4% | 0.76% |
| 2022 | $1,300 +15.5% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $1,126 +7.4% | 0.82% |
| 2020 | $1,048 +1.7% | 0.84% |
| 2019 | $1,030 | 0.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,093
per year
Monthly Tax
$106
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Lewis County
Tax: $875/yr Rate: 0.74%
Oregon County
Tax: $599/yr Rate: 0.51%
Maries County
Tax: $1,088/yr Rate: 0.56%
Saline County
Tax: $1,138/yr Rate: 0.82%
Ralls County
Tax: $1,161/yr Rate: 0.76%
Marion County
Tax: $1,373/yr Rate: 0.87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in DeKalb County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in DeKalb County is $1,269 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $167,500.
How does DeKalb County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in DeKalb County are 34% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.76% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in DeKalb County? ▼
In DeKalb County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,359 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,207. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in DeKalb County? ▼
Property taxes in DeKalb County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $69,093. 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.