LaSalle County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 33,328.
The median annual property tax in LaSalle County is $3,336, which is 20% higher than the Illinois state average and 73% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.15% on a median home value of $154,900. Property taxes represent 4.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,336
+20% vs State
+73% vs US
Median Home Value
$154,900
+6% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.15%
+17% vs State
+126% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,692
$308/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,867
$239/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 | $3,336 +2.3% | 2.15% |
| 2022 | $3,260 +5.4% | 2.21% |
| 2021 | $3,092 +6.0% | 2.32% |
| 2020 | $2,917 +2.6% | 2.23% |
| 2019 | $2,844 | 2.24% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,281
per year
Monthly Tax
$278
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Massac County
Tax: $1,769/yr Rate: 1.50%
Warren County
Tax: $1,921/yr Rate: 1.90%
DeKalb County
Tax: $5,889/yr Rate: 2.54%
McLean County
Tax: $4,503/yr Rate: 2.27%
Alexander County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 1.65%
Washington County
Tax: $2,766/yr Rate: 1.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in LaSalle County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in LaSalle County is $3,336 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.15% on a median home value of $154,900.
How does LaSalle County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in LaSalle County are 73% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.15% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in LaSalle County? ▼
In LaSalle County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,692 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,867. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in LaSalle County? ▼
Property taxes in LaSalle County represent approximately 4.6% of the median household income of $72,281. 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.