Butler County

Butler County, Missouri

Effective Tax Rate

0.67%

Median Annual Tax

$934

How Butler County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Butler County$934

Missouri State Average$1,199

National Average$1,924

Butler County

0.67%

Effective rate

Missouri Avg

0.74%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,015

per year

Without Mortgage

$876

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$934

Monthly Escrow

$78

Effective Rate

0.67%

vs. Missouri State Average▼ 22.1% below

vs. National Average▼ 65.3% below

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Butler County, Missouri?

The effective property tax rate in Butler County, Missouri is 0.67%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.

How much are property taxes in Butler County?

The median annual property tax payment in Butler County is $934. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,015, while those without a mortgage pay $876.

How does Butler County compare to the Missouri average?

Butler County's effective tax rate of 0.67% is lower than the Missouri state average of 0.74%. The median annual property tax in Butler County is $934, compared to the state average of $1,199.

What is the median home value in Butler County, Missouri?

The median home value in Butler County, Missouri is $138,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

How are property taxes calculated in Missouri?

Property taxes in Missouri are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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