DuPage County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 255,581.
The median annual property tax in DuPage County is $7,833, which is 182% higher than the Illinois state average and 307% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.09% on a median home value of $374,100. Property taxes represent 7.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$7,833
+182% vs State
+307% vs US
Median Home Value
$374,100
+156% vs State
+77% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.09%
+14% vs State
+120% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$8,008
$667/mo
Without Mortgage
$7,489
$624/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 | $7,833 +2.4% | 2.09% |
| 2022 | $7,646 +6.8% | 2.11% |
| 2021 | $7,157 +4.2% | 2.20% |
| 2020 | $6,870 +1.3% | 2.18% |
| 2019 | $6,783 | 2.20% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$110,502
per year
Monthly Tax
$653
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Hardin County
Tax: $1,078/yr Rate: 1.18%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,955/yr Rate: 1.50%
Stephenson County
Tax: $3,140/yr Rate: 2.46%
DeKalb County
Tax: $5,889/yr Rate: 2.54%
Pulaski County
Tax: $668/yr Rate: 0.82%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,026/yr Rate: 1.71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in DuPage County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in DuPage County is $7,833 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.09% on a median home value of $374,100.
How does DuPage County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in DuPage County are 307% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.09% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in DuPage County? ▼
In DuPage County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $8,008 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $7,489. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in DuPage County? ▼
Property taxes in DuPage County represent approximately 7.1% of the median household income of $110,502. 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.