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Monroe County, Missouri

Assessor

Melinda James
Monroe County Assessor

300 N. Main St., Room 107
Paris, MO 65275

Phone: 877-433-3061 ext. 415
Fax: 833-568-4693

Email

For maps and PRC requests, please email maps@monroecountymo.gov

Office Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday
Closed 12:00pm – 1:00pm for lunch

Office Staff:
Ashley Mitchell – Deputy Assessor
Erin Potts – Deputy Assessor

Duties of the Office:

  • Maintain and update records of property transfers, splits and maps
  • Maintain assessment records for individuals owning personal property, business, farmers, etc.
    (Example: cars, trucks, ATV’s, livestock, boats, campers, farm machinery, utility trailers, etc.)
  • Assist Appraisers and Real Estate Agencies
  • Work in conjunction with the State Tax Commission

By law this office is required to appraise property at market value.  

Notice:  By Order of the State Tax Commission, all Taxpayers owning personal property must report such property to the County Assessor between January 1st and March 1st.  

After March 1st, any person failing to comply with such assessment laws shall be assessed a penalty.

 

FAQ

Q: What is my first step if I disagree with the market value of my property?
A: A property owner who believes the assessor’s value does not reflect market value may set up an appointment to discuss the assessment with the assessor. However, the owner should be prepared to present substantial information which indicates a value lower than that of the assessors.

Q: What is that last date that I can file an appeal regarding a review of my valuation?
A: All requests for appeals must be made to the Monroe County Clerk’s office by July 10th. 

Q: Who sets the tax levies in Monroe County?
A: The schools and other political subdivisions set tax levies, which, in turn, determine the amount of the tax.

Q: How do I update my mailing address or contact information?
A: Please call, email or mail us with corrected information using:

  • The parcel id, http://www.monroecountycollector.com/realsearch.php
  • The name of the owner of the property
  • Address of the property
  • The mailing address you wish to use
  • Your email and telephone number

Mailing Address for all correspondence:
Monroe County Assessor’s Office
300 N. Main Street
Room 107
Paris, Missouri 65275