Moultrie County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 4,508.
The median annual property tax in Moultrie County is $2,316, which is 17% lower than the Illinois state average and 20% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.91% on a median home value of $121,500. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,316
-17% vs State
+20% vs US
Median Home Value
$121,500
-17% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.91%
+4% vs State
+101% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,416
$201/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,225
$185/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 | $2,316 +1.0% | 1.91% |
| 2022 | $2,293 +1.3% | 1.97% |
| 2021 | $2,263 -0.8% | 2.09% |
| 2020 | $2,281 -2.9% | 2.11% |
| 2019 | $2,350 | 2.19% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,676
per year
Monthly Tax
$193
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Greene County
Tax: $1,564/yr Rate: 1.66%
Christian County
Tax: $1,896/yr Rate: 1.69%
McHenry County
Tax: $7,153/yr Rate: 2.49%
Warren County
Tax: $1,921/yr Rate: 1.90%
Lee County
Tax: $2,980/yr Rate: 1.92%
Tazewell County
Tax: $3,481/yr Rate: 2.12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Moultrie County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Moultrie County is $2,316 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.91% on a median home value of $121,500.
How does Moultrie County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Moultrie County are 20% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.91% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Moultrie County? ▼
In Moultrie County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,416 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,225. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Moultrie County? ▼
Property taxes in Moultrie County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $71,676. 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.