Webster County, MO Property Records
Webster County, Missouri, property records include the deeds, deeds of trust, easements, plats and releases recorded against land in the county, as well as the assessor's parcel and value information behind property tax statements. They are useful for verifying ownership, preparing for a sale or refinance, checking for liens and understanding how a parcel has changed hands.
Recorded documents are filed with the Webster County Recorder of Deeds in the courthouse in Marshfield, the county seat, and assessment records are handled by the county assessor. The Missouri Secretary of State publishes an official county records guide for Webster County describing which land and court records exist for the county, and the Recorder's office can explain current search options.
Webster County, MO Property Records & Statistics
Webster County has a median rent of $691, below Missouri's $704 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 21.67% of occupied homes, slightly above the state figure of 20.88% and just under the national figure of 21.81%, so the rental share is close to typical.
The median home value is $191,600, which is higher than the state median of $137,500 and the national median of $173,750. Even with higher values, the median property tax rate of 0.59% is lower than both the state rate of 0.76% and the national rate of 0.74%, so owners pay a smaller share of home value in taxes than elsewhere.
The median household income of $66,074 is above Missouri's $55,167 and slightly above the national $65,108. Employment is strong too, with an unemployment rate of 1.69% against 2.24% in the state and 2.87% nationally.
Taken together, the figures describe a relatively prosperous county: homes are worth more than the state and national medians, incomes and employment are stronger, rents remain below the state level, and property tax rates stay low.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Webster
Webster County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 22,081 total parcels, including 15,471 residential and 826 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.93% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 26,414 deeds and 4,057 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 12,025 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 22,081 |
| Residential Parcels | 15,471 |
| Commercial Parcels | 826 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.93% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 26,414 |
| Mortgage Records | 4,057 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 12,025 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 432 |
How to Search Webster County, MO Property Records
Webster County's recorded real estate documents are kept by the Recorder of Deeds. The records include 26,414 deeds recorded from January 3, 2012, through August 5, 2025, and 4,057 mortgages recorded from January 3, 2012, through December 1, 2014. Assessment data covers 22,081 parcels for the 2024 assessment year.
The Webster County Recorder's Office page explains the office's services and how to reach staff. To look up documents yourself, use the Webster County official records search, which provides access to recorded instruments such as deeds and mortgages.
To search, enter what you know, such as an owner name, a document type, or a date range, and review the results. Open the document that matches your property and confirm the parties, recording date, and legal description before relying on it.
In person, the Recorder of Deeds is at 101 N Crittenden St, Marshfield, MO, 65706, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The phone number is 417-859-5882.
Webster Registrar of Deeds
Webster County Recorder of Deeds
Webster County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Webster County property records by address?
Use the Webster County official records search from the Recorder of Deeds. Enter the owner name or other details you have, then open matching documents to confirm the property address. If you cannot find it, call the Recorder's office at 417-859-5882 for help.
How can I find property owners in Webster County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Search the Webster County official records for the deed on the property, which lists the grantor and grantee. The Recorder's Office at 101 N Crittenden St, Marshfield, can also assist in person on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Webster County?
Webster County's assessment records cover 22,081 parcels for the 2024 assessment year. To ask about the assessed value of a specific parcel, call the Recorder of Deeds at 417-859-5882 and ask for the county office that handles assessments, or visit 101 N Crittenden St, Marshfield.
Where can I find Webster County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are handled by the county's collector rather than the Recorder of Deeds. Call 417-859-5882 and ask for the contact details of the Webster County Collector in Marshfield. Have the parcel number or property address ready so staff can find the correct account.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Webster County?
Search the Webster County official records for deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments. For information about the office, see the Recorder's Office page. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at 101 N Crittenden St, Marshfield.
Where can I access Webster County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 22,081 parcels are maintained by the county's assessment and mapping staff rather than the Recorder. Call the Recorder of Deeds at 417-859-5882 to ask which office provides them. Recorded plats and legal descriptions on file with the Recorder can also help confirm boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Webster County?
Permit and zoning rules depend on the property's location. Inside a city such as Marshfield, contact the city office. For unincorporated areas, call the Recorder of Deeds at 417-859-5882 and ask which county office handles building and land-use questions.
How can I create a list of property owners in Webster County?
The county's online tools are built for single-property lookups. Use the Webster County official records search to identify owners from recorded deeds. For a larger list, call the Recorder of Deeds at 417-859-5882 or visit the Marshfield office and ask what can be provided.