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Cape Girardeau County

Cape Girardeau County, Missouri

Effective Tax Rate

0.67%

Median Annual Tax

$1,404

How Cape Girardeau County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Cape Girardeau County$1,404
Missouri State Average$1,199
National Average$1,924

Cape Girardeau County

0.67%

Effective rate

Missouri Avg

0.74%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,467

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,309

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,404

Monthly Escrow

$117

Effective Rate

0.67%

vs. Missouri State Average▲ 17.1% above
vs. National Average▼ 47.8% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri?
The effective property tax rate in Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau County?
The median annual property tax payment in Cape Girardeau County is $1,404. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,467, while those without a mortgage pay $1,309.
How does Cape Girardeau County compare to the Missouri average?
Cape Girardeau County's effective tax rate of 0.67% is lower than the Missouri state average of 0.74%. The median annual property tax in Cape Girardeau County is $1,404, compared to the state average of $1,199.
What is the median home value in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri?
The median home value in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri is $208,300, 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.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Butler County(MO)

Rate0.67%
Median Tax$934

Cooper County(MO)

Rate0.68%
Median Tax$1,332

Newton County(MO)

Rate0.68%
Median Tax$1,192

Johnson County(MO)

Rate0.68%
Median Tax$1,515
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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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