St. Louis city, MO Property Tax: $1,935/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in St. Louis city is 1.05% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $185,100, that works out to about $1,944 per year, or $162 per month. St. Louis city is located in eastern Missouri, and is home to approximately 293,109 residents.
About St. Louis city
St. Louis city covers approximately 61.7 square miles in Missouri. The county is home to about 293,109 residents living in roughly 173,920 housing units, of which 37.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $55,279, and the median home was built in 1938.
St. Louis city borders Madison County, St. Clair County, St. Louis 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 St. Louis city Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
St. Louis city vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis city, MO | 1.05% | $185,100 | $1,944 |
| Missouri state average | 0.73% | — | $1,351* |
| Madison County | 1.92% | $167,900 | $3,232 |
| St. Clair County | 2.09% | $168,800 | $3,533 |
| St. Louis County | 1.22% | $260,700 | $3,193 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at St. Louis city's median home value of $185,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does St. Louis city's property tax rate compare to the rest of Missouri?
At 1.05%, St. Louis city is higher than the Missouri state average of 0.73%. On a home at the county median of $185,100, that means about $1,944 per year — versus $1,351 at the state average rate, a difference of $593 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, St. Louis city is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in St. Louis city?
For a home at the county median value of $185,100, the annual property tax in St. Louis city is approximately $1,944 — or about $162 per month. For a home worth $277,650, expect around $2,915 per year. For a $370,200 home, approximately $3,887 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a St. Louis city property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in St. Louis city are handled by the St. Louis city 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 St. Louis city?
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 1.05% shown here. Contact the St. Louis city 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