65644 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 65644 (Elkland, Missouri) pay a median of $766/year in property taxes on homes valued at $185,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.41%, which is 47% below the Missouri state average of 0.78%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 65644 is approximately $64, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Dallas County. This is $610 less than the Missouri average of $1,376/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Missouri, 65644 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 63626 (0.41%) and 65444 (0.41%).

In Elkland, property taxes represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $69,050, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Missouri reassesses at market value at sale without a state cap—Dallas County Assessor will issue a new assessment reflecting your purchase price, and you should request a verification within one week of closing. Dallas County provides Homestead and Senior (65+)/Disabled exemptions to lower taxable value; file your exemption application with the Dallas County Assessor to access these benefits. Contact the Dallas County Assessor's office before the assessment deadline to file your exemption claim and request a pre-appeal review of your valuation.