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St. Louis County

St. Louis County, Missouri

Effective Tax Rate

1.22%

Median Annual Tax

$3,193

How St. Louis County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

St. Louis County$3,193
Missouri State Average$1,199
National Average$1,924

St. Louis County

1.22%

Effective rate

Missouri Avg

0.74%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,236

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,118

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$3,193

Monthly Escrow

$266

Effective Rate

1.22%

vs. Missouri State Average▲ 166.3% above
vs. National Average▲ 18.7% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in St. Louis County, Missouri?
The effective property tax rate in St. Louis County, Missouri is 1.22%. 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 St. Louis County?
The median annual property tax payment in St. Louis County is $3,193. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,236, while those without a mortgage pay $3,118.
How does St. Louis County compare to the Missouri average?
St. Louis County's effective tax rate of 1.22% is higher than the Missouri state average of 0.74%. The median annual property tax in St. Louis County is $3,193, compared to the state average of $1,199.
What is the median home value in St. Louis County, Missouri?
The median home value in St. Louis County, Missouri is $260,700, 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

Atchison County(MO)

Rate1.17%
Median Tax$1,178

Jackson County(MO)

Rate1.15%
Median Tax$2,448

St. Charles County(MO)

Rate1.13%
Median Tax$3,340

Clay County(MO)

Rate1.10%
Median Tax$2,817
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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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