Carroll County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 5,037.
The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $2,308, which is 17% lower than the Illinois state average and 20% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.03% on a median home value of $113,500. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,308
-17% vs State
+20% vs US
Median Home Value
$113,500
-22% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.03%
+11% vs State
+114% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,401
$200/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,228
$186/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 | $2,308 +3.0% | 2.03% |
| 2022 | $2,241 +6.4% | 2.04% |
| 2021 | $2,107 +5.6% | 2.09% |
| 2020 | $1,995 -1.7% | 1.95% |
| 2019 | $2,029 | 1.91% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,871
per year
Monthly Tax
$192
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
St. Clair County
Tax: $3,533/yr Rate: 2.09%
Edwards County
Tax: $1,429/yr Rate: 1.47%
LaSalle County
Tax: $3,336/yr Rate: 2.15%
Madison County
Tax: $3,232/yr Rate: 1.92%
Edgar County
Tax: $1,478/yr Rate: 1.54%
Bond County
Tax: $2,612/yr Rate: 1.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Carroll County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $2,308 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.03% on a median home value of $113,500.
How does Carroll County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Carroll County are 20% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.03% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Carroll County? ▼
In Carroll County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,401 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,228. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Carroll County? ▼
Property taxes in Carroll County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $60,871. 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.