Rock Island County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 41,997.
The median annual property tax in Rock Island County is $3,372, which is 21% higher than the Illinois state average and 75% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.33% on a median home value of $144,700. Property taxes represent 5.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,372
+21% vs State
+75% vs US
Median Home Value
$144,700
-1% vs State
-32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.33%
+27% vs State
+145% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,525
$294/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,097
$258/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 | $3,372 +1.9% | 2.33% |
| 2022 | $3,308 +7.5% | 2.37% |
| 2021 | $3,078 +5.8% | 2.46% |
| 2020 | $2,910 +7.1% | 2.36% |
| 2019 | $2,718 | 2.28% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,768
per year
Monthly Tax
$281
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
White County
Tax: $1,388/yr Rate: 1.39%
Coles County
Tax: $2,494/yr Rate: 2.05%
Edgar County
Tax: $1,478/yr Rate: 1.54%
Grundy County
Tax: $5,260/yr Rate: 2.03%
Whiteside County
Tax: $2,676/yr Rate: 2.13%
Ogle County
Tax: $3,737/yr Rate: 2.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rock Island County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rock Island County is $3,372 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.33% on a median home value of $144,700.
How does Rock Island County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rock Island County are 75% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rock Island County? ▼
In Rock Island County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,525 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,097. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rock Island County? ▼
Property taxes in Rock Island County represent approximately 5.1% of the median household income of $66,768. 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.