Lee County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 9,804.
The median annual property tax in Lee County is $2,980, which is 7% higher than the Illinois state average and 55% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.92% on a median home value of $155,100. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,980
+7% vs State
+55% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,100
+6% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.92%
+5% vs State
+102% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,189
$266/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,766
$231/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 | $2,980 +3.8% | 1.92% |
| 2022 | $2,872 +7.1% | 1.95% |
| 2021 | $2,681 +2.7% | 2.10% |
| 2020 | $2,611 +2.4% | 2.13% |
| 2019 | $2,550 | 2.13% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,459
per year
Monthly Tax
$248
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Pike County
Tax: $1,557/yr Rate: 1.56%
LaSalle County
Tax: $3,336/yr Rate: 2.15%
Menard County
Tax: $2,936/yr Rate: 1.64%
Brown County
Tax: $2,090/yr Rate: 1.47%
Winnebago County
Tax: $3,850/yr Rate: 2.48%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,955/yr Rate: 1.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lee County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lee County is $2,980 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.92% on a median home value of $155,100.
How does Lee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lee County are 55% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.92% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lee County? ▼
In Lee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,189 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,766. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lee County? ▼
Property taxes in Lee County represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $68,459. 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.