Adams County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 20,132.
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $2,461, which is 12% lower than the Illinois state average and 28% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.58% on a median home value of $155,900. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,461
-12% vs State
+28% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,900
+7% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.58%
-14% vs State
+66% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,553
$213/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,350
$196/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,461 +1.6% | 1.58% |
| 2022 | $2,422 +8.7% | 1.60% |
| 2021 | $2,229 +2.0% | 1.66% |
| 2020 | $2,185 +1.3% | 1.67% |
| 2019 | $2,157 | 1.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,962
per year
Monthly Tax
$205
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Iroquois County
Tax: $2,449/yr Rate: 1.95%
Hardin County
Tax: $1,078/yr Rate: 1.18%
LaSalle County
Tax: $3,336/yr Rate: 2.15%
De Witt County
Tax: $2,297/yr Rate: 1.85%
Madison County
Tax: $3,232/yr Rate: 1.92%
DeKalb County
Tax: $5,889/yr Rate: 2.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Adams County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $2,461 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.58% on a median home value of $155,900.
How does Adams County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County are 28% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Adams County? ▼
In Adams County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,553 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,350. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Adams County? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $64,962. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.