64738 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 64738 (Collins, Missouri) pay a median of $944/year in property taxes on homes valued at $181,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.52%, which is 33% below the Missouri state average of 0.78%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 64738 is approximately $79, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within St. Clair County. This is $432 less than the Missouri average of $1,376/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Missouri, 64738 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 63627 (0.52%) and 65660 (0.52%).

In Collins, property taxes represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $60,274, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Missouri law requires reassessment at purchase price with no state annual increase limit; your county assessor has discretion on future valuations. St. Clair County provides Homestead Exemption and Senior exemption programs for residents 65+—apply directly to the St. Clair County Assessor's office before the filing deadline. Confirm receipt of your exemption application with the St. Clair County Assessor and request a detailed tax statement reflecting the exemption.