Search Henry County Property Tax Records
Henry County property tax records are managed from the courthouse at 100 West Franklin in Clinton, Missouri. The assessor and collector offices both work out of this building to handle tax assessments, billing, and payments for all property in the county. You can search for tax records, find assessed values, and get payment receipts by contacting the assessor at (660) 885-7212 or the collector at (660) 885-7209. Online tools are also available through the assessor's website for looking up property data in Henry County.
Henry County Tax Facts
Henry County Tax Assessment Process
Scott Largent is the Henry County Assessor. His office is at 100 West Franklin, Clinton, MO 64735. Hours run Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with evenings and weekends by appointment. You can call (660) 885-7212 or fax documents to 844-734-2232. Email goes to henrycoassessor@gmail.com.
The assessor values all real estate and personal property in Henry County as of January 1 each year. Residential property is assessed at 19% of market value under RSMo 137.115. Commercial sits at 32%, and agricultural land uses 12% based on productivity. The office keeps county plat books, maps, and GIS data. You can file your personal property assessment list online at the Henry County Assessor website. Assessment lists get mailed out the first week of January, and you must return yours by March 1. Late filers pay penalties from $15 to $105 depending on assessed value, as set by RSMo 137.280.
You can view the assessor's portal for Henry County below. It lets you look up parcels and check assessed values.
The assessor's website provides property search tools and online filing for personal property declarations.
Paying Henry County Property Taxes
The Henry County Collector handles all tax payments. The office is at 100 W Franklin, Clinton, Missouri 64735. Call (660) 885-7209 for questions about your bill. Tax statements go out in the fall, and the due date is December 31 every year.
You can pay in person at the courthouse, by mail, or look into online options. Mailed payments must be postmarked by December 31 to avoid penalties. The collector also issues merchant licenses and runs the annual tax sale for properties with unpaid taxes. If you need a paid tax receipt for vehicle registration, the collector's office can provide that. Keep in mind that Missouri law requires a personal property tax receipt or waiver before you can get new plates.
The Henry County government website provides additional information on county departments and services.
The county site lists all departments and their contact information for property tax questions.
Henry County Property Tax Appeals
Think your Henry County property is valued too high? You can appeal. The first step is the local Board of Equalization. File with the county clerk before the third Monday in June. Bring evidence like a recent appraisal, comparable sales, or photos of property issues.
If the board does not adjust your value, you can go to the Missouri State Tax Commission. File that appeal by September 30 or within 30 days of the board's decision. The State Tax Commission holds hearings and can order the assessor to change the value. No fee applies for residential appeals at the state level. The Missouri State Assessors Association also has resources for understanding the appeals process.
Henry County Recorder and Land Records
Gail A. Perrymann is the Henry County Recorder of Deeds. Her office records all land transactions, deeds, and mortgages. Call (660) 885-7209 or email henrycountyrecorder@gmail.com. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 4:30. These records can be useful if you need to trace ownership history or verify a deed connected to a tax record.
The Missouri Counties page for Henry County provides a full list of county offices and phone numbers.
This directory is a quick way to find contact details for every Henry County office involved in property tax records.
Tax Credits and Delinquent Taxes in Henry County
Missouri's Property Tax Credit helps seniors and disabled residents. File through the Missouri Department of Revenue. The max credit is $1,100 for homeowners. You need your paid tax receipt from the prior year to file.
When property taxes go unpaid for multiple years, the Henry County Collector conducts a tax sale under Chapter 140 of the Missouri Revised Statutes. The sale happens annually. Buyers at the sale pay the owed taxes and get a certificate. The original owner has a chance to redeem the property by paying the amount plus interest. Under RSMo 139.031, penalties and interest start building as soon as you miss the December 31 deadline.
Note: Not receiving a tax bill does not excuse you from paying on time in Henry County or any Missouri county.