Edwards County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 2,100.
The median annual property tax in Edwards County is $1,429, which is 49% lower than the Illinois state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $97,500. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,429
-49% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$97,500
-33% vs State
-54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
-20% vs State
+55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,780
$148/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,286
$107/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 | $1,429 +5.9% | 1.47% |
| 2022 | $1,350 +1.9% | 1.46% |
| 2021 | $1,325 +5.6% | 1.56% |
| 2020 | $1,255 +6.6% | 1.55% |
| 2019 | $1,177 | 1.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,386
per year
Monthly Tax
$119
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Wabash County
Tax: $1,528/yr Rate: 1.47%
Stark County
Tax: $1,700/yr Rate: 1.64%
Hardin County
Tax: $1,078/yr Rate: 1.18%
Morgan County
Tax: $2,420/yr Rate: 1.88%
McLean County
Tax: $4,503/yr Rate: 2.27%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,877/yr Rate: 1.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Edwards County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Edwards County is $1,429 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $97,500.
How does Edwards County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Edwards County are 26% below 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 Edwards County? ▼
In Edwards County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,780 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,286. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Edwards County? ▼
Property taxes in Edwards County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $59,386. 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.