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

St. Louis has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.05%. On a median home valued at $185,100, homeowners pay approximately $1,935 per year in property taxes.

How does St. Louis compare to St. Louis city?

St. Louis's effective rate of 1.05% is 2% higher than the St. Louis city average of 1.03%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,033, while St. Louis homeowners pay an estimated $1,935.

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

Based on St. Louis's effective rate of 1.05%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $3,150 per year, or about $263 per month.

St. Louis Property Tax Rate

St. Louis city, Missouri

1.05%effective rate

St. Louis is located in St. Louis city, Missouri. Homeowners in St. Louis pay a median of $1,935 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $185,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.05%. This is 2% higher than the St. Louis city average of 1.03%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.05%

vs 1.03% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,935

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$185,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

293,109

St. Louis, MO

How St. Louis Compares

St. Louis

1.05%

St. Louis city Average

1.03%

Missouri Average

0.85%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in St. Louis

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,150

$263/month · Rate: 1.05%

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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.