Livingston County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 10,801.
The median annual property tax in Livingston County is $2,867, which is 3% higher than the Illinois state average and 49% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.18% on a median home value of $131,500. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,867
+3% vs State
+49% vs US
Median Home Value
$131,500
-10% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.18%
+19% vs State
+129% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,075
$256/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,615
$218/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 | $2,867 +2.9% | 2.18% |
| 2022 | $2,787 +3.3% | 2.18% |
| 2021 | $2,699 +1.1% | 2.35% |
| 2020 | $2,670 +2.7% | 2.34% |
| 2019 | $2,601 | 2.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,796
per year
Monthly Tax
$239
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Whiteside County
Tax: $2,676/yr Rate: 2.13%
Putnam County
Tax: $2,668/yr Rate: 1.59%
Lee County
Tax: $2,980/yr Rate: 1.92%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,877/yr Rate: 1.40%
Lake County
Tax: $8,743/yr Rate: 2.68%
Winnebago County
Tax: $3,850/yr Rate: 2.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Livingston County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Livingston County is $2,867 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.18% on a median home value of $131,500.
How does Livingston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Livingston County are 49% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.18% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Livingston County? ▼
In Livingston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,075 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,615. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Livingston County? ▼
Property taxes in Livingston County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $70,796. 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.