Vernon County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 5,674.
The median annual property tax in Vernon County is $970, which is 19% lower than the Missouri state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $136,700. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$970
-19% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,700
-16% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.71%
-3% vs State
-25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$999
$83/mo
Without Mortgage
$925
$77/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 | $970 +3.5% | 0.71% |
| 2022 | $937 +7.7% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $870 +6.1% | 0.78% |
| 2020 | $820 +2.8% | 0.80% |
| 2019 | $798 | 0.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,519
per year
Monthly Tax
$81
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Audrain County
Tax: $1,064/yr Rate: 0.88%
Clinton County
Tax: $1,758/yr Rate: 0.86%
Lafayette County
Tax: $1,534/yr Rate: 0.77%
Wright County
Tax: $584/yr Rate: 0.38%
Cass County
Tax: $2,364/yr Rate: 0.88%
Stone County
Tax: $1,167/yr Rate: 0.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Vernon County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Vernon County is $970 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $136,700.
How does Vernon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Vernon County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.71% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Vernon County? ▼
In Vernon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $999 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $925. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Vernon County? ▼
Property taxes in Vernon County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $54,519. 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.