Clark County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 5,390.
The median annual property tax in Clark County is $2,073, which is 25% lower than the Illinois state average and 8% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $123,100. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,073
-25% vs State
+8% vs US
Median Home Value
$123,100
-16% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.68%
-8% vs State
+77% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,061
$172/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,085
$174/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 | $2,073 +11.6% | 1.68% |
| 2022 | $1,858 +2.9% | 1.65% |
| 2021 | $1,805 +4.5% | 1.77% |
| 2020 | $1,728 +0.5% | 1.82% |
| 2019 | $1,720 | 1.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,625
per year
Monthly Tax
$173
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Warren County
Tax: $1,921/yr Rate: 1.90%
Union County
Tax: $1,851/yr Rate: 1.41%
Winnebago County
Tax: $3,850/yr Rate: 2.48%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,955/yr Rate: 1.50%
Cumberland County
Tax: $2,068/yr Rate: 1.76%
Monroe County
Tax: $4,523/yr Rate: 1.70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clark County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clark County is $2,073 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $123,100.
How does Clark County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clark County are 8% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clark County? ▼
In Clark County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,061 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,085. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clark County? ▼
Property taxes in Clark County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $70,625. 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.