Crawford County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 5,959.
The median annual property tax in Crawford County is $1,769, which is 36% lower than the Illinois state average and 8% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $113,700. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,769
-36% vs State
-8% vs US
Median Home Value
$113,700
-22% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.56%
-15% vs State
+64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,113
$176/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,452
$121/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 | $1,769 +4.7% | 1.56% |
| 2022 | $1,690 +8.3% | 1.56% |
| 2021 | $1,561 +7.1% | 1.62% |
| 2020 | $1,458 +6.3% | 1.55% |
| 2019 | $1,372 | 1.56% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,614
per year
Monthly Tax
$147
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Alexander County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 1.65%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,758/yr Rate: 1.72%
Macon County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 2.10%
De Witt County
Tax: $2,297/yr Rate: 1.85%
Greene County
Tax: $1,564/yr Rate: 1.66%
Livingston County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 2.18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Crawford County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Crawford County is $1,769 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $113,700.
How does Crawford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Crawford County are 8% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Crawford County? ▼
In Crawford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,113 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,452. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Crawford County? ▼
Property taxes in Crawford County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $67,614. 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.