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Greene County
Property Tax Guide

Everything you need to know about property taxes in Greene County, MO. Rates, due dates, exemptions, and how it affects your monthly payment.

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Section 1

How Property Tax Works

Greene County, Missouri operates under a property tax system that funds essential local services including county operations, road maintenance, schools, and various special districts. Property taxes are based on assessed value, which is set at 19% of true market value for residential properties. The county's base tax rate structure includes General Revenue and Road taxes, with additional rates applied by cities, school districts, fire districts, and other special taxing jurisdictions within the county.

Actual property tax rates vary significantly by location within Greene County due to the overlay of multiple special taxing districts. A property owner in Springfield will pay different rates than someone in Republic or an unincorporated area, as each municipality and special district adds its own levy. The total effective tax rate typically ranges from approximately 1.0% to 1.5% of assessed value, depending on your specific location and the combination of taxing districts that serve your property.

Property tax bills are mailed in October each year and are due by December 31st. The county operates on a calendar year basis, with taxes collected in one year funding services for that same year.

Section 2

What Makes Up Your Tax Bill

Component2025 Rate2024 RateDescription
County General Revenue0.1039%0.1120%Core county services and operations
County Road0.1039%0.1121%Road maintenance and improvements
County Base Total0.2078%0.2241%Greene County portion only

Note: These rates apply to the FY 2025 levy year and represent only the county-wide portion of your property tax bill. Additional rates are applied by:

  • City/Municipality (varies by location)
  • School District (varies by district)
  • Fire District (if applicable)
  • Library District (if applicable)
  • Other special districts (ambulance, water, sewer, etc.)

Your total tax rate will be the sum of Greene County's base rate plus all applicable local district rates for your specific property location. Contact the Greene County Assessor's office for a complete breakdown of rates applying to your property.

Section 3

When Are Property Taxes Due?

For the 2025/2026 tax year in Greene County, property taxes are due in two installments:

Pro tip: If you pay through mortgage escrow, your lender splits these payments across your monthly mortgage. If you pay directly, set calendar reminders to avoid late penalties.
Section 4

Supplemental Tax Bills

Supplemental taxes are additional property tax bills issued when there are changes to a property's ownership, assessment, or physical characteristics during the tax year. In Greene County, supplemental taxes are most commonly triggered by new construction, major improvements, or corrections to the assessed value after the main tax roll has been finalized.

When new construction is completed or substantial improvements are made to an existing property, the county assessor determines the additional assessed value and applies the current tax rates to calculate the supplemental tax. This tax covers the period from when the improvement was completed until the end of the current tax year.

For example, if you complete a $100,000 home addition in July, and your total tax rate is 1.2%, the additional assessed value would be $19,000 (19% assessment ratio). The supplemental tax would be approximately $228 ($19,000 × 1.2%) prorated for the remaining months of the tax year, or about $114 for the six-month period from July through December.

Example Calculation

Example 1: $300,000 Home

  • Market Value: $300,000
  • Assessed Value: $57,000 (19% of market value)
  • Estimated Total Tax Rate: 1.1% (county + local districts)
  • Annual Tax: $627
  • Monthly Escrow: $52

Example 2: $600,000 Home

  • Market Value: $600,000
  • Assessed Value: $114,000 (19% of market value)
  • Estimated Total Tax Rate: 1.2% (county + local districts)
  • Annual Tax: $1,368
  • Monthly Escrow: $114

Example 3: $1,000,000 Home

  • Market Value: $1,000,000
  • Assessed Value: $190,000 (19% of market value)
  • Estimated Total Tax Rate: 1.3% (county + local districts)
  • Annual Tax: $2,470
  • Monthly Escrow: $206

Note: These examples use estimated combined tax rates. Actual rates vary by specific location within Greene County. Tax credits such as the Missouri Property Tax Credit may reduce your actual tax liability but require separate application and income qualification.

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Section 5

Escrow & Property Taxes

Most mortgage lenders in Greene County require borrowers to maintain an escrow account for property taxes, especially when the loan-to-value ratio exceeds 80%. Your lender will estimate your annual property tax liability and divide it by 12 to determine your monthly escrow payment, which is added to your mortgage payment.

Lenders typically conduct an annual escrow analysis to ensure adequate funds are available when taxes are due on December 31st. If your property taxes increase due to reassessment or rate changes, your monthly escrow payment will be adjusted accordingly. Conversely, if taxes decrease, you may receive a refund or see reduced monthly payments.

You can verify your property's assessed value and tax calculation through the Greene County Assessor's website or by visiting their office. If you believe your escrow account is being over-funded or under-funded, provide your lender with official tax documentation from the county. Property owners who pay taxes directly (without escrow) should budget approximately 8-10% above their current year's bill to account for potential increases.

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Section 6

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When are property taxes due in Greene County for the current tax year? A: Property tax bills are mailed in October, and payment is due by December 31st. This deadline applies to the 2025 tax year, with bills covering January 1 through December 31, 2025.

Q: What tax credits are available to reduce my property tax bill? A: Missouri offers a Property Tax Credit for qualifying homeowners and renters with limited income. The maximum credit is $1,100 for homeowners who owned and occupied their home. This credit requires a separate application and is not automatic - you must file Form MO-1040 with Property Tax Schedule (MO-PTS) or Form MO-PTC.

Q: Is there a homestead exemption or credit in Missouri? A: Missouri does not have a traditional homestead exemption. However, the state does have constitutional provisions that can limit assessment increases in certain circumstances. Any assessment limitations require proper application and are not automatically applied.

Q: How often are properties reassessed in Greene County? A: Missouri law requires properties to be reassessed at least once every two years, though counties may reassess annually. Greene County typically follows a systematic reassessment schedule to ensure current market values are reflected.

Q: How do I appeal my property assessment? A: Appeals must be filed with the Greene County Board of Equalization by the deadline specified on your assessment notice, typically in late June or early July. Contact the Greene County Assessor's office for specific deadlines and required forms.

Q: What are the penalties for late property tax payments? A: Interest begins accruing on unpaid taxes after December 31st. Contact the Greene County Collector's office for current penalty and interest rates, as these can change annually.

Q: Can I pay my property taxes online? A: Yes, Greene County typically offers online payment options. Visit the Greene County Collector's website for available payment methods, which may include credit card, debit card, and electronic check options.

Q: Why did my tax bill increase when my assessment stayed the same? A: Tax increases can occur even with stable assessments due to rate increases by any of the taxing districts that serve your property - county, city, school district, fire district, or other special districts. Each entity sets its own tax rate annually based on budget requirements.

Verified Sources

Backed by 10 Official Government Sources

Every fact in this guide is sourced from official county, state, and federal documents.

01
Tax Doc
Taxing Districtsgreenecountymo.gov
02
Tax Doc
Citizens' Tax Oversight Committee | Springfield, MOspringfieldmo.gov
03
County
Tax Rates for County: Greeneauditor.mo.gov
04
Must Read Collectorgreenecountymo.gov
05
County
Greene County News - Farm Service Agencyfsa.usda.gov
06
State
Property and real estate tax bill deadline remindergreenecountymo.gov
07
State
APPLICATION FOR REAL ESTATE TAX EXEMPT STATUS ...greenecountymo.gov
08
Tax Doc
Property Tax Credit FAQs - Missouri Department of Revenuedor.mo.gov
09
Tax Doc
Property Tax Reduction and Relief Programstn.gov
10
Federal Register, Volume 61 Issue 121 (Friday, June 21 ...govinfo.gov
All sources verified as of 2025 Tax Year

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