Lawrence County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 4,062.
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $1,156, which is 58% lower than the Illinois state average and 40% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $95,500. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,156
-58% vs State
-40% vs US
Median Home Value
$95,500
-35% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.21%
-34% vs State
+27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,537
$128/mo
Without Mortgage
$779
$65/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 | $1,156 +2.7% | 1.21% |
| 2022 | $1,126 +14.2% | 1.20% |
| 2021 | $986 +11.0% | 1.21% |
| 2020 | $888 -10.8% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $995 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,438
per year
Monthly Tax
$96
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
DeKalb County
Tax: $5,889/yr Rate: 2.54%
Henry County
Tax: $2,877/yr Rate: 1.98%
Piatt County
Tax: $3,040/yr Rate: 1.76%
McLean County
Tax: $4,503/yr Rate: 2.27%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,470/yr Rate: 1.35%
DuPage County
Tax: $7,833/yr Rate: 2.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lawrence County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $1,156 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $95,500.
How does Lawrence County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County are 40% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.21% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
In Lawrence County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,537 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $779. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $53,438. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
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.