Edgar County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 5,531.
The median annual property tax in Edgar County is $1,478, which is 47% lower than the Illinois state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $95,700. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,478
-47% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$95,700
-35% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.54%
-16% vs State
+62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,562
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,383
$115/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 | $1,478 -4.0% | 1.54% |
| 2022 | $1,539 +4.5% | 1.64% |
| 2021 | $1,473 +3.4% | 1.76% |
| 2020 | $1,424 +1.9% | 1.72% |
| 2019 | $1,398 | 1.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,909
per year
Monthly Tax
$123
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Washington County
Tax: $2,766/yr Rate: 1.85%
Piatt County
Tax: $3,040/yr Rate: 1.76%
Alexander County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 1.65%
McLean County
Tax: $4,503/yr Rate: 2.27%
Pope County
Tax: $1,687/yr Rate: 1.02%
Kendall County
Tax: $7,556/yr Rate: 2.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Edgar County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Edgar County is $1,478 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $95,700.
How does Edgar County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Edgar County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Edgar County? ▼
In Edgar County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,562 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,383. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Edgar County? ▼
Property taxes in Edgar County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $56,909. 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.