Knox County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 1,043.
The median annual property tax in Knox County is $780, which is 35% lower than the Missouri state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $97,200. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$780
-35% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$97,200
-40% vs State
-54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
+10% vs State
-16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,000
$83/mo
Without Mortgage
$656
$55/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 | $780 -0.9% | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $787 +0.6% | 0.88% |
| 2021 | $782 +11.6% | 0.98% |
| 2020 | $701 -8.4% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $765 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,333
per year
Monthly Tax
$65
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Webster County
Tax: $1,181/yr Rate: 0.54%
Stone County
Tax: $1,167/yr Rate: 0.49%
St. Francois County
Tax: $1,161/yr Rate: 0.75%
St. Charles County
Tax: $3,340/yr Rate: 1.13%
Ozark County
Tax: $728/yr Rate: 0.47%
Christian County
Tax: $1,878/yr Rate: 0.75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Knox County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Knox County is $780 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $97,200.
How does Knox County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Knox County are 59% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Knox County? ▼
In Knox County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,000 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $656. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Knox County? ▼
Property taxes in Knox County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $53,333. 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.