Kankakee County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 28,124.
The median annual property tax in Kankakee County is $4,125, which is 48% higher than the Illinois state average and 115% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.22% on a median home value of $185,700. Property taxes represent 6.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,125
+48% vs State
+115% vs US
Median Home Value
$185,700
+27% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.22%
+21% vs State
+134% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,615
$385/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,363
$280/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 | $4,125 +1.7% | 2.22% |
| 2022 | $4,055 +6.8% | 2.29% |
| 2021 | $3,796 +5.3% | 2.40% |
| 2020 | $3,605 +3.1% | 2.36% |
| 2019 | $3,495 | 2.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,325
per year
Monthly Tax
$344
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Livingston County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 2.18%
Edwards County
Tax: $1,429/yr Rate: 1.47%
Mason County
Tax: $2,277/yr Rate: 2.15%
Rock Island County
Tax: $3,372/yr Rate: 2.33%
Union County
Tax: $1,851/yr Rate: 1.41%
Johnson County
Tax: $1,952/yr Rate: 1.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kankakee County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kankakee County is $4,125 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.22% on a median home value of $185,700.
How does Kankakee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kankakee County are 115% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kankakee County? ▼
In Kankakee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,615 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,363. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kankakee County? ▼
Property taxes in Kankakee County represent approximately 6.0% of the median household income of $68,325. 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.