McDonough County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 7,304.
The median annual property tax in McDonough County is $2,238, which is 20% lower than the Illinois state average and 16% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.16% on a median home value of $103,500. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,238
-20% vs State
+16% vs US
Median Home Value
$103,500
-29% vs State
-51% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.16%
+18% vs State
+127% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,208
$184/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,268
$189/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 | $2,238 +4.8% | 2.16% |
| 2022 | $2,135 +11.5% | 2.13% |
| 2021 | $1,915 -2.5% | 2.15% |
| 2020 | $1,965 +6.5% | 2.14% |
| 2019 | $1,845 | 2.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,434
per year
Monthly Tax
$187
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Scott County
Tax: $1,406/yr Rate: 1.38%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,955/yr Rate: 1.50%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,703/yr Rate: 1.68%
Stark County
Tax: $1,700/yr Rate: 1.64%
Clinton County
Tax: $3,356/yr Rate: 1.86%
Bond County
Tax: $2,612/yr Rate: 1.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in McDonough County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in McDonough County is $2,238 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.16% on a median home value of $103,500.
How does McDonough County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in McDonough County are 16% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.16% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in McDonough County? ▼
In McDonough County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,208 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,268. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in McDonough County? ▼
Property taxes in McDonough County represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $50,434. 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.