FIPS: 29039 • Seat: Stockton

Cedar County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor

Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Cedar County, Missouri.

Tax Rate 0.88% Effective Rate
Median Home $185k Census ACS Value
Annual Tax $1628 Estimated Median
Assessment Ratio 19% Statutory Level

Cedar County Assessor's Office Information

Physical Address

Cedar County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Stockton, MO 29001

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Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)

Closed on state & federal holidays.

Telephone / Contact

(573) 363-2309

Online Property Search Tool

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Cedar County Property Tax Calculator

Estimated using Cedar County's effective tax rate of 0.88% (Assessment ratio: 19%)

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* Estimates do not account for local municipal surcharges, special district levies (MUD / ISD), or individual homestead exemption deductions.
Estimated Annual Tax
$309
per year
Monthly Escrow $26/mo
Assessed Value $35.150
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Appealing Your Cedar County Assessment

Statutory Protest Deadline:

Second Monday in July to the County Board of Equalization.

Under Missouri property tax law, property owners in Cedar County have the legal right to challenge an assessed valuation that exceeds fair market value, is unequally appraised compared to neighboring properties, or contains clerical errors.

Step 1: Informal Review

Contact the Cedar County Assessor's Office to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).

Step 2: Formal Hearing

If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the County Board of Equalization (BOE) & State Tax Commission before the statutory deadline.

Save on Property Taxes

Was Your Cedar County Home Over-Assessed This Year?

Studies show up to 30% to 60% of US residential properties are overvalued by automated municipal algorithms. Protesting your assessment before the statutory deadline can lower your tax bill by an average of $1,100/year.

⏰ Key Deadline: Second Monday in July to the County Board of Equalization.

Cedar County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief

Homeowners in Cedar County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:

General Homestead Exemption:

Hancock Amendment caps municipal revenue growth. New Senate Bill 190 allows counties to freeze property tax values for eligible seniors.

Seniors & Disabled Veterans:

Missouri Property Tax Credit (Circuit Breaker) pays up to $1,100 for seniors 65+ and disabled individuals. 100% service-connected disabled veterans exempt from all real property tax.

Public Records & Deeds Official Recording Partner

Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Cedar County?

While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Cedar County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Cedar County Property Appraiser office located?

The official Cedar County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Cedar County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Stockton, MO 29001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (573) 363-2309.

What is the property tax rate in Cedar County, MO?

The average effective property tax rate in Cedar County is approximately 0.88%. For a home with the median county market value of $185.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $1628 per year.

How do I search for a property or parcel in Cedar County?

You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Cedar County parcel search portal: https://cedarcountymo.gov/assessor/parcel-search.

When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Cedar County?

Property valuation protests and appeals in Cedar County must be submitted by: Second Monday in July to the County Board of Equalization. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Equalization (BOE) & State Tax Commission.

How does the Homestead Exemption work in Cedar County?

Hancock Amendment caps municipal revenue growth. New Senate Bill 190 allows counties to freeze property tax values for eligible seniors. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Missouri Property Tax Credit (Circuit Breaker) pays up to $1,100 for seniors 65+ and disabled individuals. 100% service-connected disabled veterans exempt from all real property tax.).

Adjacent & Neighboring County Appraisers

County Overview

County Seat: Stockton
Population (2023): 14.672
Land Area: 474 sq mi
Tax Assessor Ratio: 19%
State Agency: Missouri Dept of Revenue
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