Monroe County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 11,589.
The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $4,523, which is 63% higher than the Illinois state average and 135% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $265,600. Property taxes represent 4.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,523
+63% vs State
+135% vs US
Median Home Value
$265,600
+82% vs State
+26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.70%
-7% vs State
+79% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,777
$398/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,174
$348/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 | $4,523 +0.6% | 1.70% |
| 2022 | $4,494 +10.0% | 1.77% |
| 2021 | $4,087 +2.3% | 1.81% |
| 2020 | $3,995 +4.0% | 1.81% |
| 2019 | $3,843 | 1.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$101,635
per year
Monthly Tax
$377
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Pulaski County
Tax: $668/yr Rate: 0.82%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,703/yr Rate: 1.68%
Marshall County
Tax: $2,743/yr Rate: 1.99%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,156/yr Rate: 1.21%
Macon County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 2.10%
De Witt County
Tax: $2,297/yr Rate: 1.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Monroe County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $4,523 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $265,600.
How does Monroe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Monroe County are 135% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Monroe County? ▼
In Monroe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,777 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,174. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Monroe County? ▼
Property taxes in Monroe County represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $101,635. 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.