Welcome to Boone County, Missouri

Boone County was founded in 1820 by settlers moving westward from Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia. These pioneers were drawn to the area's rolling foothills, wide open prairies and scenic bluffs overlooking the Missouri river. Originally known as Boone's Lick Country, the settlement was named for the nearby salt lick operated by Daniel Boone's sons.

In 1839, Boone County became home to the ﬁrst Land Grant University established west of the Mississippi. Today, Boone County sits at the crossroads of major highways and is a regional hub for commerce, healthcare, and innovation. Known for its outstanding quality of life and cultural activity, Boone County continues to be one of America's most desirable places to live, work, and do business.

Latest News

Nov
20

Boone County Stormwater Educator Michele Woolbright Hickman Receives 2025 Missourian Progress in Sustainability Award

Boone County Stormwater Educator Michele Woolbright Hickman has been honored with the 2025 Missourian Progress in Sustainability Award, presented November 18 at the Columbia Missourian’s Ninth Annual Progress Awards Ceremony at the Blue Note.

Nov
17

Boone County Government to Transition to Official .GOV Website Domain

Boone County Government is preparing to launch its new official website domain, https://www.boonemo.gov. The launch, which will occur in phases, will begin to go live on November 20, 2025, and will continue across all County Offices through the end of May 2026. This move from the current domains - showmeboone.com, boonecountymo.org and boonemo.org - represents a significant step forward in enhancing the County's digital security, transparency, and public trust.

Nov
10

2025 Boone County Property Tax Statements Have Been Mailed

Boone County taxpayers will be receiving their 2025 property tax statements, licenses, and special assessments in the mail over the next few weeks. Brian McCollum, Boone County Collector of Revenue, recommends that taxpayers always open and inspect their statements as soon as possible upon receipt to identify any potential problems. Taxpayers should contact the Collector's Office with any issues so that they may be resolved before the December 31 due date.

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November 27

Govt. Center Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday

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November 28