FIPS: 29141 • Seat: Versailles

Morgan County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor

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

Tax Rate 0.96% Effective Rate
Median Home $218k Census ACS Value
Annual Tax $2093 Estimated Median
Assessment Ratio 19% Statutory Level

Morgan County Assessor's Office Information

Physical Address

Morgan County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Versailles, 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) 697-5471

Online Property Search Tool

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Morgan County Property Tax Calculator

Estimated using Morgan County's effective tax rate of 0.96% (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
$398
per year
Monthly Escrow $33/mo
Assessed Value $41.420
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Appealing Your Morgan County Assessment

Statutory Protest Deadline:

Second Monday in July to the County Board of Equalization.

Under Missouri property tax law, property owners in Morgan 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 Morgan 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 Morgan 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.

Morgan County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief

Homeowners in Morgan 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 Morgan County?

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Morgan County Property Appraiser office located?

The official Morgan County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Morgan County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Versailles, 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) 697-5471.

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

The average effective property tax rate in Morgan County is approximately 0.96%. For a home with the median county market value of $218.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $2093 per year.

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

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

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

Property valuation protests and appeals in Morgan 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 Morgan 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: Versailles
Population (2023): 21.970
Land Area: 598 sq mi
Tax Assessor Ratio: 19%
State Agency: Missouri Dept of Revenue
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