Douglas County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 6,186.
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $2,586, which is 7% lower than the Illinois state average and 34% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.81% on a median home value of $142,600. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,586
-7% vs State
+34% vs US
Median Home Value
$142,600
-2% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.81%
-1% vs State
+91% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,800
$233/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,295
$191/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 | $2,586 +1.9% | 1.81% |
| 2022 | $2,538 +5.1% | 1.85% |
| 2021 | $2,414 -0.5% | 2.02% |
| 2020 | $2,425 +9.5% | 2.01% |
| 2019 | $2,214 | 1.99% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,186
per year
Monthly Tax
$216
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Fulton County
Tax: $2,186/yr Rate: 2.13%
Johnson County
Tax: $1,952/yr Rate: 1.32%
Coles County
Tax: $2,494/yr Rate: 2.05%
Kendall County
Tax: $7,556/yr Rate: 2.53%
Pulaski County
Tax: $668/yr Rate: 0.82%
Jo Daviess County
Tax: $3,383/yr Rate: 1.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Douglas County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $2,586 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.81% on a median home value of $142,600.
How does Douglas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County are 34% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
In Douglas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,800 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,295. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $74,186. 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.