64836 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 64836 (Carthage, Missouri) pay a median of $1,253/year in property taxes on homes valued at $157,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.79%, which is near the Missouri state average of 0.78%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 64836 is approximately $104, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Jasper County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Missouri, 64836 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 63352 (0.79%) and 63703 (0.80%).

In Carthage, property taxes represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $58,775, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Missouri has no statewide property tax cap; assessments at sale reset to current market value and may increase annually without restriction. Jasper County offers Homestead Exemption and Senior exemption programs—apply with the Jasper County Assessor's office by the county deadline to lower your taxable base. File your exemption claim promptly and request written confirmation from the Jasper County Assessor to ensure it takes effect for the current tax year.