Calhoun County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 1,089.
The median annual property tax in Calhoun County is $2,565, which is 8% lower than the Illinois state average and 33% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $174,000. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,565
-8% vs State
+33% vs US
Median Home Value
$174,000
+19% vs State
-18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
-20% vs State
+55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,719
$227/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,462
$205/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 | $2,565 +1.3% | 1.47% |
| 2022 | $2,531 +4.2% | 1.57% |
| 2021 | $2,428 +4.5% | 1.63% |
| 2020 | $2,323 +9.0% | 1.76% |
| 2019 | $2,132 | 1.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$92,095
per year
Monthly Tax
$214
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Whiteside County
Tax: $2,676/yr Rate: 2.13%
McDonough County
Tax: $2,238/yr Rate: 2.16%
Christian County
Tax: $1,896/yr Rate: 1.69%
Lake County
Tax: $8,743/yr Rate: 2.68%
Livingston County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 2.18%
Jersey County
Tax: $2,957/yr Rate: 1.75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Calhoun County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Calhoun County is $2,565 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $174,000.
How does Calhoun County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Calhoun County are 33% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Calhoun County? ▼
In Calhoun County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,719 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,462. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Calhoun County? ▼
Property taxes in Calhoun County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $92,095. 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.