Saline County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 7,509.
The median annual property tax in Saline County is $1,445, which is 48% lower than the Illinois state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $92,900. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,445
-48% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$92,900
-36% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.56%
-15% vs State
+64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,975
$165/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,166
$97/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 | $1,445 +2.8% | 1.56% |
| 2022 | $1,405 +3.5% | 1.60% |
| 2021 | $1,358 +5.6% | 1.68% |
| 2020 | $1,286 +7.0% | 1.65% |
| 2019 | $1,202 | 1.63% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,945
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Iroquois County
Tax: $2,449/yr Rate: 1.95%
Moultrie County
Tax: $2,316/yr Rate: 1.91%
Hancock County
Tax: $2,020/yr Rate: 1.86%
De Witt County
Tax: $2,297/yr Rate: 1.85%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,703/yr Rate: 1.68%
Menard County
Tax: $2,936/yr Rate: 1.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Saline County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Saline County is $1,445 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $92,900.
How does Saline County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Saline County are 25% 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 Saline County? ▼
In Saline County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,975 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,166. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Saline County? ▼
Property taxes in Saline County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $54,945. 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.