Fulton County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 10,831.
The median annual property tax in Fulton County is $2,186, which is 21% lower than the Illinois state average and 14% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.13% on a median home value of $102,500. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,186
-21% vs State
+14% vs US
Median Home Value
$102,500
-30% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.13%
+16% vs State
+124% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,431
$203/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,944
$162/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 | $2,186 +2.9% | 2.13% |
| 2022 | $2,125 +9.4% | 2.13% |
| 2021 | $1,942 +1.7% | 2.14% |
| 2020 | $1,909 +0.7% | 2.06% |
| 2019 | $1,895 | 2.14% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,617
per year
Monthly Tax
$182
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Piatt County
Tax: $3,040/yr Rate: 1.76%
Logan County
Tax: $2,315/yr Rate: 1.84%
Stephenson County
Tax: $3,140/yr Rate: 2.46%
Mason County
Tax: $2,277/yr Rate: 2.15%
Morgan County
Tax: $2,420/yr Rate: 1.88%
Perry County
Tax: $1,744/yr Rate: 1.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fulton County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fulton County is $2,186 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.13% on a median home value of $102,500.
How does Fulton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fulton County are 14% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.13% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fulton County? ▼
In Fulton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,431 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,944. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fulton County? ▼
Property taxes in Fulton County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $58,617. 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.