Jackson County Property Tax Calculator (2026)
The Jackson County median effective property tax rate is 1.13% for 2026 (U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024), 0.28% above the Missouri median of 0.85%. On a $400,000 home that is about $4,520 a year (~$377 a month). Jackson County property is assessed by the Jackson County Assessment Department. Enter your home value below for an instant estimate.
What is the Jackson County property tax rate in 2026?
Jackson County's median effective property tax rate is 1.13% (U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024). The county median home is $230,500 with a median tax of about $2,575.
How much is property tax on a $400,000 home in Jackson County?
About $4,520 a year, or roughly $377 a month, at the 1.13% median effective rate before exemptions.
Who handles property tax in Jackson County?
The Jackson County Assessment Department sets your assessed value. The Jackson County Collector collects the bill. Appeal by File a formal appeal with the Jackson County Board of Equalization by mid-July (the 2026 window runs through July 13.
When are Jackson County property taxes due?
December 31 — real estate and personal property bills are due by year-end and become delinquent January 1.
Jackson County Property Tax Calculator (2026)
Rates updated 2026 (U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024). Live estimate — county median effective rate.
Jackson County's median effective property tax rate is 0.28% above the Missouri median and the US average is 0.94%. Your assessed value, local millage, and exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) will change the actual bill.
Who assesses and collects property tax in Jackson County?
In Jackson County, the Jackson County Assessment Department sets the assessed value of your home each year. The Jackson County Collector issues the bill and collects payment. Assessment appeals are heard by the Jackson County Board of Equalization.
For your exact rate, exemptions, and account details, go to jacksongov.org — the official source for Jackson County. This page is an independent estimate, not a tax bill.
How much is property tax on a home in Jackson County?
At the Jackson County median effective rate of 1.13%, here is the estimated annual and monthly bill by home value. The county median home value is $230,500, with a median tax of about $2,575 a year.
| Home value | Rate (1.13%) | Annual tax | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | 1.13% | $2,260 | $188 |
| $400,000 | 1.13% | $4,520 | $377 |
| $230,500 (county median) | 1.13% | $2,575 | $215 |
| $750,000 | 1.13% | $8,475 | $706 |
When are Jackson County property taxes due, and when can you appeal?
Assessment (lien) date: January 1 (real estate and personal property). Biennial — Missouri reassesses real estate every odd-numbered year (2025, 2027).
Payment: December 31 — real estate and personal property bills are due by year-end and become delinquent January 1.
Appeal window: File a formal appeal with the Jackson County Board of Equalization by mid-July (the 2026 window runs through July 13, 2026), then the Missouri State Tax Commission by September 30. Missing it usually means accepting the assessed value for the year.
What exemptions can lower your Jackson County property tax?
| Exemption | Amount or rule |
|---|---|
| Senior real-estate tax freeze (SB 190) | owners 62+ can freeze the real-estate tax on a primary residence (Jackson County has adopted the program) |
| Missouri Property Tax Credit (circuit breaker) | up to $1,100 for qualifying low-income seniors and people with disabilities |
| Veteran & POW relief | limited exemptions for former prisoners of war and certain disabled veterans |
Amounts and eligibility change over time and are administered locally, so confirm what you qualify for with the Jackson County Assessment Department before relying on a figure.
How do you estimate your Jackson County property tax by hand?
- Find your home's assessed value on your latest notice from the Jackson County Assessment Department.
- Subtract any exemptions you qualify for, such as homestead, senior, or veteran relief.
- Multiply the remaining taxable value by your local combined tax rate.
- For a quick estimate, multiply your home value by 1.13% — the Jackson County median effective rate used above.
Which cities are in Jackson County, and what makes it different?
Jackson County includes Kansas City, Independence, Lee's Summit, Blue Springs, Raytown, Grandview, Grain Valley, among others. Rates differ between these cities and their school and special districts, so two homes of equal value can owe different amounts.
Jackson County (Kansas City) taxes personal property — cars, trucks, and boats — in addition to real estate, both assessed as of January 1 and billed together by December 31. Missouri reassesses real estate every odd year, and the SB 190 senior freeze can lock the real-estate bill for owners 62 and older.