Homeowners in Hickory County, Missouri paid a median $722 a year in property tax on a median home worth $176,100, an effective rate of about 0.41% (Census 2020–2024).
0.85%Missouri statewide · US 0.94%
How Hickory County compares
Effective rate (median tax ÷ median value)
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home here
At the local 0.41% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $615 | $51 |
| $250,000 | $1,025 | $85 |
| $350,000 | $1,435 | $120 |
| $500,000 | $2,050 | $171 |
Cities and towns in Hickory County
| Place | Median tax | Median value | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hermitage | $738 | $126,300 | 0.58% |
| Cross Timbers | $890 | $176,800 | 0.50% |
| Preston | $541 | $179,900 | 0.30% |
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Related
- Missouri property tax by countyall counties ranked
- Wright County, MO0.40% effective
- Dallas County, MO0.40% effective
- Carter County, MO0.42% effective
- Shannon County, MO0.43% effective
- Ozark County, MO0.44% effective
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Major Cities & Counties in Missouri
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Kansas City pop. 510,612
- St. Louis pop. 288,512
- Springfield pop. 169,954
- Columbia pop. 128,548
- Independence pop. 121,740
- Lee's Summit pop. 103,656
- O'Fallon pop. 93,801
- St. Charles pop. 71,508
- St. Joseph pop. 71,236
- Blue Springs pop. 59,965
- St. Louis County pop. 995,569
- Jackson County pop. 719,976
- St. Charles County pop. 414,535
- Greene County pop. 303,375
- St. Louis city pop. 288,512
- Clay County pop. 258,122
- Jefferson County pop. 229,458
- Boone County pop. 188,043
- Jasper County pop. 124,357
- Cass County pop. 110,773
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Hickory County, Missouri?
Homeowners in Hickory County, Missouri paid a median $722 a year in property tax on a median home worth $176,100, an effective rate of about 0.41% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $300,000 home in Hickory County?
About $1,230 a year ($102 a month) at the 0.41% median effective rate. Your bill depends on assessed value and exemptions.
Is Hickory County property tax high?
It ranks #4 lowest of 115 Missouri counties. The state median effective rate is 0.85% and the US rate is 0.94%.
Where do I pay property tax in Hickory County?
Bills are issued and collected by the Hickory County treasurer or tax collector, based on values set by the county assessor.