Winnebago County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 75,319.
The median annual property tax in Winnebago County is $3,850, which is 38% higher than the Illinois state average and 100% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.48% on a median home value of $155,100. Property taxes represent 6.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,850
+38% vs State
+100% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,100
+6% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.48%
+36% vs State
+161% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,106
$342/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,422
$285/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 | $3,850 +1.0% | 2.48% |
| 2022 | $3,812 +6.3% | 2.60% |
| 2021 | $3,585 +2.3% | 2.85% |
| 2020 | $3,503 -1.2% | 2.89% |
| 2019 | $3,544 | 2.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,363
per year
Monthly Tax
$321
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Fayette County
Tax: $1,740/yr Rate: 1.52%
Hardin County
Tax: $1,078/yr Rate: 1.18%
Jersey County
Tax: $2,957/yr Rate: 1.75%
Coles County
Tax: $2,494/yr Rate: 2.05%
Lake County
Tax: $8,743/yr Rate: 2.68%
Cook County
Tax: $6,053/yr Rate: 1.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Winnebago County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Winnebago County is $3,850 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.48% on a median home value of $155,100.
How does Winnebago County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Winnebago County are 100% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Winnebago County? ▼
In Winnebago County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,106 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,422. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Winnebago County? ▼
Property taxes in Winnebago County represent approximately 6.0% of the median household income of $64,363. 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.