Ozark County, MO Property Tax: $728/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Ozark County is 0.47% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $156,400, that works out to about $735 per year, or $61 per month. Ozark County is located in southern Missouri, and is home to approximately 8,773 residents.
About Ozark County
Ozark County covers approximately 745.0 square miles in Missouri. The county is home to about 8,773 residents living in roughly 5,046 housing units, of which 57.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $42,329, and the median home was built in 1979.
Ozark County borders Baxter County, Fulton County, Marion County, Douglas County, Howell 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 Ozark County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Ozark County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ozark County, MO | 0.47% | $156,400 | $735 |
| Missouri state average | 0.73% | — | $1,142* |
| Baxter County | 0.46% | $165,400 | $765 |
| Fulton County | 0.46% | $107,200 | $494 |
| Marion County | 0.51% | $158,400 | $813 |
| Douglas County | 0.41% | $164,400 | $673 |
| Howell County | 0.55% | $161,000 | $892 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Ozark County's median home value of $156,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Ozark County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Missouri?
At 0.47%, Ozark County is lower than the Missouri state average of 0.73%. On a home at the county median of $156,400, that means about $735 per year — versus $1,142 at the state average rate, a difference of $407 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Ozark County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Ozark County?
For a home at the county median value of $156,400, the annual property tax in Ozark County is approximately $735 — or about $61 per month. For a home worth $234,600, expect around $1,103 per year. For a $312,800 home, approximately $1,470 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Ozark County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Ozark County are handled by the Ozark 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 Ozark 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 0.47% shown here. Contact the Ozark 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