Jackson County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 11,388.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $2,385, which is 14% lower than the Illinois state average and 24% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.91% on a median home value of $125,000. Property taxes represent 5.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,385
-14% vs State
+24% vs US
Median Home Value
$125,000
-14% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.91%
+4% vs State
+101% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,939
$245/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,902
$159/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 | $2,385 -0.3% | 1.91% |
| 2022 | $2,391 +5.8% | 1.94% |
| 2021 | $2,259 -1.9% | 2.00% |
| 2020 | $2,303 +4.8% | 2.01% |
| 2019 | $2,197 | 2.02% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$45,572
per year
Monthly Tax
$199
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Henderson County
Tax: $1,703/yr Rate: 1.68%
Clinton County
Tax: $3,356/yr Rate: 1.86%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,670/yr Rate: 1.53%
Douglas County
Tax: $2,586/yr Rate: 1.81%
Jo Daviess County
Tax: $3,383/yr Rate: 1.74%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,877/yr Rate: 1.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $2,385 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.91% on a median home value of $125,000.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 24% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.91% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,939 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,902. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 5.2% of the median household income of $45,572. 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.