Putnam County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 1,521.
The median annual property tax in Putnam County is $1,101, which is 8% lower than the Missouri state average and 43% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $111,600. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,101
-8% vs State
-43% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,600
-31% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
+36% vs State
+4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,132
$94/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,046
$87/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 | $1,101 -5.2% | 0.99% |
| 2022 | $1,162 +10.5% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | $1,052 -5.2% | 1.24% |
| 2020 | $1,110 -0.6% | 1.24% |
| 2019 | $1,117 | 1.16% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,875
per year
Monthly Tax
$92
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
St. Francois County
Tax: $1,161/yr Rate: 0.75%
Andrew County
Tax: $1,495/yr Rate: 0.76%
Iron County
Tax: $736/yr Rate: 0.65%
Mississippi County
Tax: $880/yr Rate: 0.88%
Callaway County
Tax: $1,549/yr Rate: 0.79%
Webster County
Tax: $1,181/yr Rate: 0.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Putnam County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Putnam County is $1,101 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $111,600.
How does Putnam County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Putnam County are 43% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.99% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Putnam County? ▼
In Putnam County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,132 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,046. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Putnam County? ▼
Property taxes in Putnam County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $56,875. 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.