Phelps County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 10,923.
The median annual property tax in Phelps County is $1,248, which is 4% higher than the Missouri state average and 35% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $194,900. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,248
+4% vs State
-35% vs US
Median Home Value
$194,900
+20% vs State
-8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.64%
-12% vs State
-33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,319
$110/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,135
$95/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 | $1,248 +4.8% | 0.64% |
| 2022 | $1,191 +9.6% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $1,087 +9.5% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $993 +2.7% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $967 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,427
per year
Monthly Tax
$104
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,159/yr Rate: 0.61%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,204/yr Rate: 0.85%
Wright County
Tax: $584/yr Rate: 0.38%
DeKalb County
Tax: $1,269/yr Rate: 0.76%
Marion County
Tax: $1,373/yr Rate: 0.87%
Jasper County
Tax: $1,171/yr Rate: 0.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Phelps County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Phelps County is $1,248 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $194,900.
How does Phelps County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Phelps County are 35% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Phelps County? ▼
In Phelps County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,319 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,135. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Phelps County? ▼
Property taxes in Phelps County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $55,427. 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.