65068 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 65068 (Prairie Home, Missouri) pay a median of $1,245/year in property taxes on homes valued at $193,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.64%, which is 17% below the Missouri state average of 0.78%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 65068 is approximately $104, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Cooper County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Missouri, 65068 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 64744 (0.65%) and 64844 (0.65%).

In Prairie Home, property taxes represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $61,875, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Missouri reassesses property at market value upon sale, with no statewide cap on increases—Cooper County will assess your property based on current market value. Cooper County offers Homestead Exemption and Senior Exemption for residents 65 and older; contact the Cooper County Assessor to file before the next tax year. Obtain your assessment from the Cooper County Assessor and file a timely written protest within 30 days if the valuation does not reflect fair market value.