65732 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 65732 (Preston, Missouri) pay a median of $922/year in property taxes on homes valued at $258,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.36%, which is 54% below the Missouri state average of 0.78%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 65732 is approximately $77, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Hickory County. This is $454 less than the Missouri average of $1,376/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Missouri, 65732 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 65324 (0.36%) and 65662 (0.36%).

In Preston, property taxes represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $29,038, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Missouri reassesses at market value at sale without a state cap—Hickory County Assessor will issue an assessment reflecting your purchase price, and you should request a verification from their office immediately after closing. Hickory County provides Homestead and Senior (65+)/Disabled exemptions to reduce your taxable value; file your exemption application with the Hickory County Assessor to claim these benefits. Contact the Hickory County Assessor before the assessment deadline to file your exemption claim and request a preliminary review of your valuation.