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Cole County

Cole County, Missouri

Effective Tax Rate

0.81%

Median Annual Tax

$1,728

How Cole County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Cole County$1,728
Missouri State Average$1,199
National Average$1,924

Cole County

0.81%

Effective rate

Missouri Avg

0.74%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,713

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,746

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,728

Monthly Escrow

$144

Effective Rate

0.81%

vs. Missouri State Average▲ 44.1% above
vs. National Average▼ 35.8% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Cole County, Missouri?
The effective property tax rate in Cole County, Missouri is 0.81%. 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 Cole County?
The median annual property tax payment in Cole County is $1,728. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,713, while those without a mortgage pay $1,746.
How does Cole County compare to the Missouri average?
Cole County's effective tax rate of 0.81% is higher than the Missouri state average of 0.74%. The median annual property tax in Cole County is $1,728, compared to the state average of $1,199.
What is the median home value in Cole County, Missouri?
The median home value in Cole County, Missouri is $214,400, 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

Knox County(MO)

Rate0.80%
Median Tax$780

Henry County(MO)

Rate0.80%
Median Tax$1,230

Worth County(MO)

Rate0.80%
Median Tax$758

Nodaway County(MO)

Rate0.81%
Median Tax$1,340
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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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