Cooper County

Cooper County, Missouri

Effective Tax Rate

0.68%

Median Annual Tax

$1,332

How Cooper County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Cooper County$1,332

Missouri State Average$1,199

National Average$1,924

Cooper County

0.68%

Effective rate

Missouri Avg

0.74%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,339

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,319

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$1,332

Monthly Escrow

$111

Effective Rate

0.68%

vs. Missouri State Average▲ 11.1% above

vs. National Average▼ 50.5% below

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The effective property tax rate in Cooper County, Missouri is 0.68%. 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 Cooper County?

The median annual property tax payment in Cooper County is $1,332. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,339, while those without a mortgage pay $1,319.

How does Cooper County compare to the Missouri average?

Cooper County's effective tax rate of 0.68% is lower than the Missouri state average of 0.74%. The median annual property tax in Cooper County is $1,332, compared to the state average of $1,199.

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

The median home value in Cooper County, Missouri is $197,100, 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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