Bureau County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 10,673.
The median annual property tax in Bureau County is $2,522, which is 9% lower than the Illinois state average and 31% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.07% on a median home value of $121,900. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,522
-9% vs State
+31% vs US
Median Home Value
$121,900
-17% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.07%
+13% vs State
+118% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,613
$218/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,383
$199/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 | $2,522 +0.8% | 2.07% |
| 2022 | $2,503 +3.9% | 2.08% |
| 2021 | $2,410 +3.2% | 2.22% |
| 2020 | $2,335 -1.6% | 2.25% |
| 2019 | $2,373 | 2.12% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,894
per year
Monthly Tax
$210
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Madison County
Tax: $3,232/yr Rate: 1.92%
Will County
Tax: $6,993/yr Rate: 2.35%
Perry County
Tax: $1,744/yr Rate: 1.66%
Moultrie County
Tax: $2,316/yr Rate: 1.91%
Calhoun County
Tax: $2,565/yr Rate: 1.47%
Peoria County
Tax: $3,416/yr Rate: 2.24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bureau County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bureau County is $2,522 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.07% on a median home value of $121,900.
How does Bureau County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bureau County are 31% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.07% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bureau County? ▼
In Bureau County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,613 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,383. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bureau County? ▼
Property taxes in Bureau County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $65,894. 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.