Macon County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 30,267.
The median annual property tax in Macon County is $2,560, which is 8% lower than the Illinois state average and 33% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.10% on a median home value of $121,800. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,560
-8% vs State
+33% vs US
Median Home Value
$121,800
-17% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.10%
+15% vs State
+121% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,728
$227/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,311
$193/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 | $2,560 +1.5% | 2.10% |
| 2022 | $2,522 +4.6% | 2.11% |
| 2021 | $2,410 +3.4% | 2.28% |
| 2020 | $2,330 +6.3% | 2.26% |
| 2019 | $2,191 | 2.23% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,449
per year
Monthly Tax
$213
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Menard County
Tax: $2,936/yr Rate: 1.64%
Effingham County
Tax: $2,713/yr Rate: 1.51%
Clark County
Tax: $2,073/yr Rate: 1.68%
Christian County
Tax: $1,896/yr Rate: 1.69%
Moultrie County
Tax: $2,316/yr Rate: 1.91%
Perry County
Tax: $1,744/yr Rate: 1.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Macon County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Macon County is $2,560 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.10% on a median home value of $121,800.
How does Macon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Macon County are 33% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.10% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Macon County? ▼
In Macon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,728 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,311. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Macon County? ▼
Property taxes in Macon County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $62,449. 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.