Henry County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 16,287.
The median annual property tax in Henry County is $2,877, which is 3% higher than the Illinois state average and 50% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $145,300. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,877
+3% vs State
+50% vs US
Median Home Value
$145,300
-1% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.98%
+8% vs State
+108% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,111
$259/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,560
$213/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 | $2,877 +1.4% | 1.98% |
| 2022 | $2,838 +7.3% | 2.04% |
| 2021 | $2,644 +2.6% | 2.11% |
| 2020 | $2,577 +3.0% | 2.11% |
| 2019 | $2,501 | 2.10% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,912
per year
Monthly Tax
$240
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
St. Clair County
Tax: $3,533/yr Rate: 2.09%
Will County
Tax: $6,993/yr Rate: 2.35%
McDonough County
Tax: $2,238/yr Rate: 2.16%
Logan County
Tax: $2,315/yr Rate: 1.84%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,877/yr Rate: 1.40%
Whiteside County
Tax: $2,676/yr Rate: 2.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Henry County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Henry County is $2,877 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $145,300.
How does Henry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Henry County are 50% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Henry County? ▼
In Henry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,111 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,560. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Henry County? ▼
Property taxes in Henry County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $69,912. 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.