What is the property tax rate in St. Joseph, MO?

St. Joseph has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.83%. On a median home valued at $144,200, homeowners pay approximately $1,199 per year in property taxes.

How does St. Joseph compare to Buchanan County?

St. Joseph's effective rate of 0.83% is 8% higher than the Buchanan County average of 0.77%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,281, while St. Joseph homeowners pay an estimated $1,199.

How much are property taxes in St. Joseph on a $300,000 home?

Based on St. Joseph's effective rate of 0.83%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,490 per year, or about $208 per month.

St. Joseph Property Tax Rate

Buchanan County, Missouri

0.83%effective rate

St. Joseph is located in Buchanan County, Missouri. Homeowners in St. Joseph pay a median of $1,199 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $144,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.83%. This is 8% higher than the Buchanan County average of 0.77%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.83%

vs 0.77% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,199

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$144,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

71,542

St. Joseph, MO

How St. Joseph Compares

St. Joseph

0.83%

Buchanan County Average

0.77%

Missouri Average

0.85%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in St. Joseph

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,490

$208/month · Rate: 0.83%

Buchanan County 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.