Tazewell County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 41,718.
The median annual property tax in Tazewell County is $3,481, which is 25% higher than the Illinois state average and 81% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.12% on a median home value of $164,500. Property taxes represent 4.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,481
+25% vs State
+81% vs US
Median Home Value
$164,500
+13% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.12%
+16% vs State
+123% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,637
$303/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,214
$268/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 | $3,481 +1.5% | 2.12% |
| 2022 | $3,431 +6.4% | 2.16% |
| 2021 | $3,225 +4.6% | 2.22% |
| 2020 | $3,084 +0.6% | 2.17% |
| 2019 | $3,066 | 2.16% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,704
per year
Monthly Tax
$290
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Union County
Tax: $1,851/yr Rate: 1.41%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,769/yr Rate: 1.56%
Jo Daviess County
Tax: $3,383/yr Rate: 1.74%
Marshall County
Tax: $2,743/yr Rate: 1.99%
Saline County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 1.56%
Morgan County
Tax: $2,420/yr Rate: 1.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tazewell County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tazewell County is $3,481 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.12% on a median home value of $164,500.
How does Tazewell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tazewell County are 81% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.12% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tazewell County? ▼
In Tazewell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,637 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,214. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tazewell County? ▼
Property taxes in Tazewell County represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $76,704. 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.