Scott County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 1,607.
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $1,406, which is 49% lower than the Illinois state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $101,700. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,406
-49% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$101,700
-30% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.38%
-25% vs State
+45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,794
$150/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,210
$101/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 | $1,406 -3.9% | 1.38% |
| 2022 | $1,463 -2.4% | 1.54% |
| 2021 | $1,499 +1.5% | 1.64% |
| 2020 | $1,477 +3.4% | 1.61% |
| 2019 | $1,428 | 1.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,013
per year
Monthly Tax
$117
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Cumberland County
Tax: $2,068/yr Rate: 1.76%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,758/yr Rate: 1.72%
Monroe County
Tax: $4,523/yr Rate: 1.70%
Hancock County
Tax: $2,020/yr Rate: 1.86%
Pulaski County
Tax: $668/yr Rate: 0.82%
LaSalle County
Tax: $3,336/yr Rate: 2.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Scott County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $1,406 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $101,700.
How does Scott County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County are 27% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Scott County? ▼
In Scott County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,794 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,210. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Scott County? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $73,013. 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.