Ford County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 4,245.
The median annual property tax in Ford County is $2,443, which is 12% lower than the Illinois state average and 27% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.07% on a median home value of $118,100. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,443
-12% vs State
+27% vs US
Median Home Value
$118,100
-19% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.07%
+13% vs State
+118% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,613
$218/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,163
$180/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 | $2,443 -0.6% | 2.07% |
| 2022 | $2,458 +5.7% | 2.17% |
| 2021 | $2,326 +3.5% | 2.30% |
| 2020 | $2,248 +1.0% | 2.28% |
| 2019 | $2,226 | 2.26% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,782
per year
Monthly Tax
$204
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Menard County
Tax: $2,936/yr Rate: 1.64%
Henry County
Tax: $2,877/yr Rate: 1.98%
Cass County
Tax: $2,007/yr Rate: 2.10%
Stephenson County
Tax: $3,140/yr Rate: 2.46%
Edgar County
Tax: $1,478/yr Rate: 1.54%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,740/yr Rate: 1.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ford County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ford County is $2,443 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.07% on a median home value of $118,100.
How does Ford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ford County are 27% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.07% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ford County? ▼
In Ford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,613 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,163. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ford County? ▼
Property taxes in Ford County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $60,782. 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.