Jefferson County Property Tax Rate
Missouri
Jefferson County, Missouri has an effective property tax rate of 0.80%, which is 13% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $237,200, homeowners pay approximately $1,906 per year in property taxes. Jefferson County ranks #27 out of 115 counties in Missouri for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 25.3% while home values gained 41.4%.
$1,906
Per year
$237,200
2024 estimate
2.3%
Median income: $82,851
#27
of 115 counties in MO
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$2,044
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$1,664
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Jefferson County pay on average $380 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Jefferson County Compares
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Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Jefferson County rose 25.3% (from $1,521 to $1,906), while the median home value climbed 41.4%. The effective tax rate fell from 0.91% to 0.80% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,521 | $167,700 | 0.91% |
| 2021 | $1,612 | $175,000 | 0.92% |
| 2022 | $1,750 | $202,500 | 0.86% |
| 2023 | $1,835 | $218,800 | 0.84% |
| 2024 | $1,906 | $237,200 | 0.80% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Missouri Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Jefferson County homeowners
Property Tax Credit
Up to $750 for renters; up to $1,100 for homeowners
Homeowners age 65+ or disabled with income under $30,000
Disabled Veteran
100% exemption from property taxes
Veterans with 100% service-connected disability rated as totally and permanently disabled
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,400
$200/month · Rate: 0.80%
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Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.