Wright County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 5,401.
The median annual property tax in Wright County is $584, which is 51% lower than the Missouri state average and 70% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $152,300. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$584
-51% vs State
-70% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,300
-6% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
-48% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$636
$53/mo
Without Mortgage
$549
$46/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 | $584 +1.2% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $577 +2.5% | 0.41% |
| 2021 | $563 +9.3% | 0.48% |
| 2020 | $515 +5.7% | 0.47% |
| 2019 | $487 | 0.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,304
per year
Monthly Tax
$49
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Madison County
Tax: $1,146/yr Rate: 0.74%
Christian County
Tax: $1,878/yr Rate: 0.75%
Howell County
Tax: $892/yr Rate: 0.55%
Pettis County
Tax: $1,259/yr Rate: 0.78%
Clay County
Tax: $2,817/yr Rate: 1.10%
Pike County
Tax: $994/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wright County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wright County is $584 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $152,300.
How does Wright County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wright County are 70% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wright County? ▼
In Wright County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $636 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $549. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wright County? ▼
Property taxes in Wright County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $47,304. 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.