Kansas City, MO Property Tax Rates

Compare property tax rates across 46 ZIP codes in Kansas City, Missouri.

ACS 2019-2023 · Updated Dec 2024

Avg Tax Rate

1.13%

Avg Annual Tax

$2,757

Avg Home Value

$235,848

ZIP Codes

46

Property Tax Overview: Kansas City, MO

Kansas City has 46 ZIP codes with property tax data. The average effective tax rate across these ZIPs is 1.13%, which is 45% above the Missouri average of 0.78%. Annual property taxes range from $769 (ZIP 64124) to $7,647 (ZIP 64167).

For a home at Kansas City's median value of $235,848, property taxes add approximately $222/month to housing costs. Kansas City home values are above the Missouri median of $175,936, meaning the monthly tax impact is correspondingly higher.

Property tax rates within Kansas City vary by 1.35 percentage points across its ZIP codes. This variation typically reflects different school district boundaries, special assessment zones, and municipal service areas within the city.

ZIP Codes in Kansas City, MO

ZIP CodeEffective RateMedian TaxMedian Home Value
641240.70%$769$109,400
641630.77%$1,599$206,500
641660.82%$3,492$425,600
641320.86%$780$90,900
641260.87%$479$54,800
641280.90%$581$64,800
641090.90%$2,166$240,000
641250.90%$844$93,500
641270.91%$537$59,300
641300.94%$671$71,500
641080.97%$2,782$286,300
641061.00%$2,199$220,900
641231.00%$1,111$111,100
641101.06%$2,516$238,200
641111.07%$2,895$269,500
641511.10%$3,207$292,500
641361.10%$1,964$178,900
641551.11%$3,156$284,500
641141.11%$2,857$257,400
641461.11%$2,281$205,200
641581.12%$3,954$352,300
641191.13%$2,445$216,300
641131.16%$5,601$483,600
641521.16%$3,879$333,700
641161.17%$2,642$226,600
641171.18%$2,048$173,500
641541.18%$4,148$351,000
641311.20%$2,623$217,700
641371.21%$2,160$179,000
641181.21%$2,497$206,200
641571.22%$4,419$360,800
641291.23%$1,379$112,000
641391.24%$4,861$393,500
641491.24%$4,351$350,000
641051.25%$2,861$228,400
641561.26%$4,996$395,000
641531.27%$4,200$330,800
641381.28%$2,117$164,900
641331.30%$2,151$165,700
641451.35%$4,721$350,100
641341.35%$1,664$122,900
641121.36%$5,369$393,900
641611.42%$1,947$136,700
641672.06%$7,647$371,900
64120N/A$500N/A
64164N/A$4,750N/A

Kansas City vs Missouri Average

Effective Tax Rate

Kansas City1.13%
Missouri Avg0.78%

45% above state average

Annual Property Tax

Kansas City$2,757
Missouri Avg$1,376

Median Home Value

Kansas City$235,848
Missouri Avg$175,936

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average property tax rate in Kansas City, MO?

The average effective property tax rate in Kansas City, Missouri is 1.13%, based on 46 ZIP codes.

How much is property tax in Kansas City, MO?

The average median annual property tax in Kansas City is $2,757 per year, with a median home value of $235,848.

Which ZIP code in Kansas City has the lowest property tax rate?

ZIP code 64124 has the lowest effective tax rate in Kansas City at 0.70%, with a median annual tax of $769.

How many ZIP codes are in Kansas City, MO?

Kansas City, Missouri has 46 ZIP codes with property tax data available.

Which ZIP code in Kansas City has the highest property tax rate?

ZIP code 64167 has the highest effective tax rate in Kansas City at 2.06%, with a median annual tax of $7,647.

How do Kansas City property taxes compare to the Missouri average?

Kansas City's average effective rate of 1.13% is 45% above the Missouri state average of 0.78%.

What factors affect property tax rates between ZIP codes in Kansas City?

Property tax rate differences within Kansas City are typically driven by school district boundaries (which can account for 40–60% of a tax bill), special assessment zones for fire, water, or transit services, and whether a ZIP falls within city limits or an unincorporated area. Each taxing jurisdiction sets its own rate, which is why adjacent ZIP codes can have noticeably different effective rates.

Tips for Kansas City Homeowners

  • Appeal your assessment: If your home is assessed higher than its market value, you can file a property tax appeal. Studies suggest 30–60% of properties are over-assessed. Most counties offer a free informal review process.
  • Check your exemptions: Homestead exemptions can reduce your taxable value and are available to primary residents in most states. Senior, veteran, and disability exemptions may also apply. Exemptions must typically be applied for — they are not automatic.
  • Know your assessment cycle: Missouri reassesses properties periodically. After buying a home, your next tax bill may reflect a new assessment based on your purchase price. Budget accordingly, especially if you bought above prior assessed values.
  • Compare ZIP codes before buying: Even within Kansas City, effective tax rates can vary significantly across ZIP codes due to different school district overlays. Use PropertyTaxByZip to compare specific ZIPs before choosing a neighborhood.

Looking for county-level property tax data? View Jackson County on TaxByCounty.com

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates (ZCTA level). ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) are Census approximations of USPS ZIP codes.

Estimates are informational only and should not be used as financial or legal advice.

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