65552 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 65552 (Plato, Missouri) pay a median of $908/year in property taxes on homes valued at $182,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.50%, which is 36% below the Missouri state average of 0.78%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 65552 is approximately $76, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Texas County. This is $468 less than the Missouri average of $1,376/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Missouri, 65552 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 65611 (0.50%) and 65633 (0.50%).

In Plato, property taxes represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $68,226, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Missouri has no statewide reassessment cap, meaning your property will be assessed at current market value when you purchase—Texas County Assessor will issue a new assessment based on the sale price. Texas County provides a Homestead Exemption and exemptions for seniors 65+ and disabled homeowners; apply with the Texas County Assessor's office to claim these benefits and reduce your taxable base. File your exemption claim within 30 days of closing and request a Homestead Exemption assessment review from the Texas County Assessor to lock in your baseline valuation.