Pike County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 4,562.
The median annual property tax in Pike County is $1,557, which is 44% lower than the Illinois state average and 19% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $100,100. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,557
-44% vs State
-19% vs US
Median Home Value
$100,100
-32% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.56%
-15% vs State
+64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,669
$139/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,460
$122/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 | $1,557 -0.6% | 1.56% |
| 2022 | $1,566 +1.8% | 1.61% |
| 2021 | $1,538 +4.5% | 1.74% |
| 2020 | $1,472 -2.7% | 1.76% |
| 2019 | $1,513 | 1.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,029
per year
Monthly Tax
$130
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Knox County
Tax: $2,044/yr Rate: 1.95%
Cook County
Tax: $6,053/yr Rate: 1.98%
Perry County
Tax: $1,744/yr Rate: 1.66%
Edgar County
Tax: $1,478/yr Rate: 1.54%
Vermilion County
Tax: $1,666/yr Rate: 1.79%
Lee County
Tax: $2,980/yr Rate: 1.92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pike County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pike County is $1,557 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $100,100.
How does Pike County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pike County are 19% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pike County? ▼
In Pike County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,669 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,460. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pike County? ▼
Property taxes in Pike County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $58,029. 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.