Jackson County Collection Department

The Jackson County Finance Department in Kansas City, MO, oversees tax collection for over 80 taxing jurisdictions within the county, including cities and school districts, handling approximately $1.4 billion in tax revenues. The department provides a range of services related to tax billing, property values, tax credits, and payment processing.

Tax bills are typically mailed between Veteran’s Day and Thanksgiving, and property taxes are due on December 31st each year. The department offers online payment options, in-person payment facilities, and provides detailed FAQs addressing common queries about tax billing, assessed values, payment processing times, and late filing fees.

For seniors aged 62 and older, the department administers programs like the Senior Property Tax Credit Program, which freezes property tax increases for eligible seniors. The department also offers a Quad Payment Program allowing seniors to spread their County real estate tax bills over 4 payments without interest or penalties.

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