Johnson County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 3,499.
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $1,952, which is 30% lower than the Illinois state average and 2% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $148,200. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,952
-30% vs State
+2% vs US
Median Home Value
$148,200
+1% vs State
-30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.32%
-28% vs State
+39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,337
$195/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,656
$138/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 | $1,952 +4.3% | 1.32% |
| 2022 | $1,871 +8.2% | 1.33% |
| 2021 | $1,730 +4.9% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $1,649 +1.8% | 1.40% |
| 2019 | $1,620 | 1.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,203
per year
Monthly Tax
$163
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Randolph County
Tax: $1,877/yr Rate: 1.40%
McHenry County
Tax: $7,153/yr Rate: 2.49%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,955/yr Rate: 1.50%
Williamson County
Tax: $2,490/yr Rate: 1.71%
DuPage County
Tax: $7,833/yr Rate: 2.09%
Jo Daviess County
Tax: $3,383/yr Rate: 1.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Johnson County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $1,952 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $148,200.
How does Johnson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County are 2% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
In Johnson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,337 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,656. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $65,203. 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.