Jefferson County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 10,638.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,026, which is 27% lower than the Illinois state average and 5% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.71% on a median home value of $118,400. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,026
-27% vs State
+5% vs US
Median Home Value
$118,400
-19% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.71%
-7% vs State
+80% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,397
$200/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,561
$130/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 | $2,026 +2.4% | 1.71% |
| 2022 | $1,978 +7.6% | 1.72% |
| 2021 | $1,838 +7.1% | 1.80% |
| 2020 | $1,716 +4.8% | 1.77% |
| 2019 | $1,638 | 1.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,102
per year
Monthly Tax
$169
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Whiteside County
Tax: $2,676/yr Rate: 2.13%
Winnebago County
Tax: $3,850/yr Rate: 2.48%
De Witt County
Tax: $2,297/yr Rate: 1.85%
Fulton County
Tax: $2,186/yr Rate: 2.13%
Scott County
Tax: $1,406/yr Rate: 1.38%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,385/yr Rate: 1.91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,026 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.71% on a median home value of $118,400.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 5% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.71% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,397 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,561. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $61,102. 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.