Alexander County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 1,418.
The median annual property tax in Alexander County is $966, which is 65% lower than the Illinois state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.65% on a median home value of $58,700. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$966
-65% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$58,700
-60% vs State
-72% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.65%
-10% vs State
+74% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,899
$158/mo
Without Mortgage
$497
$41/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 | $966 -1.5% | 1.65% |
| 2022 | $981 +30.3% | 1.67% |
| 2021 | $753 +4.1% | 1.24% |
| 2020 | $723 +4.9% | 1.29% |
| 2019 | $689 | 1.23% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,523
per year
Monthly Tax
$81
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Hancock County
Tax: $2,020/yr Rate: 1.86%
Kane County
Tax: $7,230/yr Rate: 2.39%
Peoria County
Tax: $3,416/yr Rate: 2.24%
Wabash County
Tax: $1,528/yr Rate: 1.47%
Clark County
Tax: $2,073/yr Rate: 1.68%
Pulaski County
Tax: $668/yr Rate: 0.82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Alexander County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Alexander County is $966 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.65% on a median home value of $58,700.
How does Alexander County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Alexander County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.65% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Alexander County? ▼
In Alexander County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,899 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $497. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Alexander County? ▼
Property taxes in Alexander County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $43,523. 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.