Hamilton County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 2,622.
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $1,470, which is 47% lower than the Illinois state average and 24% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.35% on a median home value of $108,800. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,470
-47% vs State
-24% vs US
Median Home Value
$108,800
-26% vs State
-49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.35%
-26% vs State
+42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,917
$160/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,322
$110/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 | $1,470 +8.7% | 1.35% |
| 2022 | $1,352 +0.8% | 1.35% |
| 2021 | $1,341 -10.5% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $1,498 +17.4% | 1.43% |
| 2019 | $1,276 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,520
per year
Monthly Tax
$123
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
De Witt County
Tax: $2,297/yr Rate: 1.85%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,740/yr Rate: 1.52%
Clinton County
Tax: $3,356/yr Rate: 1.86%
Brown County
Tax: $2,090/yr Rate: 1.47%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,703/yr Rate: 1.68%
Fulton County
Tax: $2,186/yr Rate: 2.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hamilton County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $1,470 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.35% on a median home value of $108,800.
How does Hamilton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County are 24% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.35% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
In Hamilton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,917 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,322. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $61,520. 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.