What is the property tax rate in Columbia, MO?

Columbia has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.92%. On a median home valued at $268,300, homeowners pay approximately $2,478 per year in property taxes.

How does Columbia compare to Boone County?

Columbia's effective rate of 0.92% is 8% higher than the Boone County average of 0.85%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,328, while Columbia homeowners pay an estimated $2,478.

How much are property taxes in Columbia on a $300,000 home?

Based on Columbia's effective rate of 0.92%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,760 per year, or about $230 per month.

Columbia Property Tax Rate

Boone County, Missouri

0.92%effective rate

Columbia is located in Boone County, Missouri. Homeowners in Columbia pay a median of $2,478 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $268,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.92%. This is 8% higher than the Boone County average of 0.85%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.92%

vs 0.85% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,478

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$268,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

127,200

Columbia, MO

How Columbia Compares

Columbia

0.92%

Boone County Average

0.85%

Missouri Average

0.85%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Columbia

Property taxes in Columbia are collected by Boone County. Tax exemptions available to Boone County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Columbia. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Boone County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,760

$230/month · Rate: 0.92%

Boone County Property Taxes

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Missouri Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.