What do residents in Missouri’s largest cities pay in taxes, and what do they get for their money? This report explores these questions, breaking down various tax rates in each of the 20 cities examined in the context of the services provided to residents. Also provided is information about the fiscal soundness of each city (including pension obligations) as well as the amount of revenue each city gives up in tax abatements.
The cities covered in the report are:
- Ballwin
- Blue Springs
- Cape Girardeau
- Chesterfield
- Columbia
- Florissant
- Independence
- Jefferson City
- Joplin
- Kansas City
- Lee’s Summit
- O’Fallon
- Springfield
- St. Charles
- St. Joseph
- City of St. Louis
- St. Peters
- University City
- Wentzville
- Wildwood
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