Cook County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 1,198,834.
The median annual property tax in Cook County is $6,053, which is 118% higher than the Illinois state average and 215% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $305,200. Property taxes represent 7.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,053
+118% vs State
+215% vs US
Median Home Value
$305,200
+109% vs State
+44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.98%
+8% vs State
+108% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,346
$529/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,496
$458/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 | $6,053 +1.9% | 1.98% |
| 2022 | $5,941 +6.2% | 2.02% |
| 2021 | $5,593 +4.7% | 2.10% |
| 2020 | $5,342 +3.4% | 2.09% |
| 2019 | $5,168 | 2.10% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,797
per year
Monthly Tax
$504
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Sangamon County
Tax: $3,369/yr Rate: 1.98%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,877/yr Rate: 1.40%
Moultrie County
Tax: $2,316/yr Rate: 1.91%
Henry County
Tax: $2,877/yr Rate: 1.98%
Mercer County
Tax: $2,710/yr Rate: 1.95%
Warren County
Tax: $1,921/yr Rate: 1.90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cook County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cook County is $6,053 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $305,200.
How does Cook County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cook County are 215% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cook County? ▼
In Cook County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,346 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,496. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cook County? ▼
Property taxes in Cook County represent approximately 7.4% of the median household income of $81,797. 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.