65338 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 65338 (Lincoln, Missouri) pay a median of $926/year in property taxes on homes valued at $134,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.69%, which is 12% below the Missouri state average of 0.78%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 65338 is approximately $77, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Benton County. This is $450 less than the Missouri average of $1,376/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Missouri, 65338 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 63732 (0.69%) and 64652 (0.69%).

In Lincoln, property taxes represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $59,816, 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—Benton County will reset your assessed value to reflect the current purchase price. Benton County residents qualify for Homestead Exemption and Senior Exemption (age 65+); apply with the Benton County Assessor's office within 30 days of taking title. Request your property assessment from the Benton County Assessor and file a formal written appeal within 30 days if the assessed value does not match fair market value.