Henderson County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 2,277.
The median annual property tax in Henderson County is $1,703, which is 39% lower than the Illinois state average and 11% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $101,600. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,703
-39% vs State
-11% vs US
Median Home Value
$101,600
-30% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.68%
-8% vs State
+77% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,957
$163/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,512
$126/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 | $1,703 -1.4% | 1.68% |
| 2022 | $1,728 +13.4% | 1.73% |
| 2021 | $1,524 +7.6% | 1.73% |
| 2020 | $1,416 -0.7% | 1.65% |
| 2019 | $1,426 | 1.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,651
per year
Monthly Tax
$142
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Scott County
Tax: $1,406/yr Rate: 1.38%
McLean County
Tax: $4,503/yr Rate: 2.27%
Livingston County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 2.18%
Stark County
Tax: $1,700/yr Rate: 1.64%
Macoupin County
Tax: $1,990/yr Rate: 1.58%
Massac County
Tax: $1,769/yr Rate: 1.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Henderson County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Henderson County is $1,703 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $101,600.
How does Henderson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Henderson County are 11% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Henderson County? ▼
In Henderson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,957 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,512. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Henderson County? ▼
Property taxes in Henderson County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $65,651. 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.