63501 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 63501 (Kirksville, Missouri) pay a median of $1,252/year in property taxes on homes valued at $159,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.78%, which is near the Missouri state average of 0.78%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 63501 is approximately $104, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Adair County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Missouri, 63501 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 63839 (0.78%) and 65255 (0.78%).

In Kirksville, property taxes represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $55,394, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Missouri performs full market-value reassessment at sale without statutory annual increase caps, so your taxes will reflect the purchase price or appraised value, whichever is higher. Adair County offers Homestead Exemption and Age 65+ Exemption programs — submit applications to the Adair County Assessor within 30 days of closing to qualify for the tax year following purchase. Request your Assessment Notice of Value and compare it to recent comparable sales; file a protest with the Adair County Board of Equalization by the posted deadline if the assessment appears excessive.