Jo Daviess County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 8,495.
The median annual property tax in Jo Daviess County is $3,383, which is 22% higher than the Illinois state average and 76% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.74% on a median home value of $193,900. Property taxes represent 4.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,383
+22% vs State
+76% vs US
Median Home Value
$193,900
+33% vs State
-8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.74%
-5% vs State
+83% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,468
$289/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,207
$267/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 | $3,383 +0.4% | 1.74% |
| 2022 | $3,370 +5.4% | 1.88% |
| 2021 | $3,197 +4.0% | 2.01% |
| 2020 | $3,074 +5.2% | 1.97% |
| 2019 | $2,923 | 1.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,954
per year
Monthly Tax
$282
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Randolph County
Tax: $1,877/yr Rate: 1.40%
Grundy County
Tax: $5,260/yr Rate: 2.03%
Cass County
Tax: $2,007/yr Rate: 2.10%
Livingston County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 2.18%
Kankakee County
Tax: $4,125/yr Rate: 2.22%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,156/yr Rate: 1.21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jo Daviess County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jo Daviess County is $3,383 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.74% on a median home value of $193,900.
How does Jo Daviess County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jo Daviess County are 76% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.74% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jo Daviess County? ▼
In Jo Daviess County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,468 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,207. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jo Daviess County? ▼
Property taxes in Jo Daviess County represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $74,954. 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.