Hardin County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 1,198.
The median annual property tax in Hardin County is $1,078, which is 61% lower than the Illinois state average and 44% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.18% on a median home value of $91,700. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,078
-61% vs State
-44% vs US
Median Home Value
$91,700
-37% vs State
-57% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.18%
-36% vs State
+24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,278
$107/mo
Without Mortgage
$762
$64/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 | $1,078 +2.8% | 1.18% |
| 2022 | $1,049 +16.4% | 1.16% |
| 2021 | $901 +9.2% | 1.16% |
| 2020 | $825 +15.7% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $713 | 0.89% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,155
per year
Monthly Tax
$90
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,758/yr Rate: 1.72%
Union County
Tax: $1,851/yr Rate: 1.41%
Madison County
Tax: $3,232/yr Rate: 1.92%
Alexander County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 1.65%
Edwards County
Tax: $1,429/yr Rate: 1.47%
Lee County
Tax: $2,980/yr Rate: 1.92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hardin County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hardin County is $1,078 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.18% on a median home value of $91,700.
How does Hardin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hardin County are 44% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.18% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hardin County? ▼
In Hardin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,278 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $762. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hardin County? ▼
Property taxes in Hardin County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $57,155. 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.