Dent County, MO Property Tax: $843/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Dent County is 0.56% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $149,700, that works out to about $838 per year, or $70 per month. Dent County is located in central Missouri, and is home to approximately 14,506 residents.
About Dent County
Dent County covers approximately 752.8 square miles in Missouri. The county is home to about 14,506 residents living in roughly 6,834 housing units, of which 63.8% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $54,306, and the median home was built in 1979.
Dent County borders Crawford County, Iron County, Phelps County, Reynolds County, Shannon County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Missouri
Property taxes in Missouri are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Missouri offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Dent County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Dent County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dent County, MO | 0.56% | $149,700 | $838 |
| Missouri state average | 0.73% | — | $1,093* |
| Crawford County | 0.61% | $166,000 | $1,011 |
| Iron County | 0.65% | $113,000 | $736 |
| Phelps County | 0.64% | $194,900 | $1,248 |
| Reynolds County | 0.46% | $119,900 | $553 |
| Shannon County | 0.43% | $151,000 | $652 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Dent County's median home value of $149,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Dent County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Missouri?
At 0.56%, Dent County is lower than the Missouri state average of 0.73%. On a home at the county median of $149,700, that means about $838 per year — versus $1,093 at the state average rate, a difference of $255 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Dent County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Dent County?
For a home at the county median value of $149,700, the annual property tax in Dent County is approximately $838 — or about $70 per month. For a home worth $224,550, expect around $1,257 per year. For a $299,400 home, approximately $1,677 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Dent County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Dent County are handled by the Dent County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Dent County?
Missouri counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.56% shown here. Contact the Dent County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File