Jersey County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 6,221.
The median annual property tax in Jersey County is $2,957, which is 6% higher than the Illinois state average and 54% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.75% on a median home value of $168,800. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,957
+6% vs State
+54% vs US
Median Home Value
$168,800
+16% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.75%
-4% vs State
+84% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,268
$272/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,715
$226/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 | $2,957 +7.6% | 1.75% |
| 2022 | $2,748 -1.0% | 1.70% |
| 2021 | $2,775 -1.4% | 1.89% |
| 2020 | $2,813 +3.8% | 1.89% |
| 2019 | $2,711 | 1.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,104
per year
Monthly Tax
$246
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Massac County
Tax: $1,769/yr Rate: 1.50%
Gallatin County
Tax: $1,276/yr Rate: 1.51%
Johnson County
Tax: $1,952/yr Rate: 1.32%
McHenry County
Tax: $7,153/yr Rate: 2.49%
Saline County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 1.56%
Stark County
Tax: $1,700/yr Rate: 1.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jersey County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jersey County is $2,957 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.75% on a median home value of $168,800.
How does Jersey County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jersey County are 54% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jersey County? ▼
In Jersey County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,268 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,715. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jersey County? ▼
Property taxes in Jersey County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $79,104. 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.