White County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 4,324.
The median annual property tax in White County is $1,388, which is 50% lower than the Illinois state average and 28% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.39% on a median home value of $100,100. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,388
-50% vs State
-28% vs US
Median Home Value
$100,100
-32% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.39%
-24% vs State
+46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,461
$122/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,338
$112/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 | $1,388 -1.5% | 1.39% |
| 2022 | $1,409 +9.4% | 1.40% |
| 2021 | $1,288 +19.1% | 1.55% |
| 2020 | $1,081 +6.6% | 1.43% |
| 2019 | $1,014 | 1.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,097
per year
Monthly Tax
$116
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Fulton County
Tax: $2,186/yr Rate: 2.13%
Bureau County
Tax: $2,522/yr Rate: 2.07%
Winnebago County
Tax: $3,850/yr Rate: 2.48%
Pope County
Tax: $1,687/yr Rate: 1.02%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,470/yr Rate: 1.35%
Kendall County
Tax: $7,556/yr Rate: 2.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in White County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in White County is $1,388 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.39% on a median home value of $100,100.
How does White County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in White County are 28% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in White County? ▼
In White County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,461 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,338. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in White County? ▼
Property taxes in White County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $53,097. 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.