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Vernon County

Vernon County, Missouri

Effective Tax Rate

0.71%

Median Annual Tax

$970

How Vernon County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Vernon County$970
Missouri State Average$1,199
National Average$1,924

Vernon County

0.71%

Effective rate

Missouri Avg

0.74%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$999

per year

Without Mortgage

$925

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$970

Monthly Escrow

$81

Effective Rate

0.71%

vs. Missouri State Average▼ 19.1% below
vs. National Average▼ 63.9% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Vernon County, Missouri?
The effective property tax rate in Vernon County, Missouri is 0.71%. 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 Vernon County?
The median annual property tax payment in Vernon County is $970. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $999, while those without a mortgage pay $925.
How does Vernon County compare to the Missouri average?
Vernon County's effective tax rate of 0.71% is lower than the Missouri state average of 0.74%. The median annual property tax in Vernon County is $970, compared to the state average of $1,199.
What is the median home value in Vernon County, Missouri?
The median home value in Vernon County, Missouri is $136,700, 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

Daviess County(MO)

Rate0.71%
Median Tax$1,057

New Madrid County(MO)

Rate0.71%
Median Tax$746

Moniteau County(MO)

Rate0.72%
Median Tax$1,205

Greene County(MO)

Rate0.72%
Median Tax$1,469
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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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