Menard County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 4,126.
The median annual property tax in Menard County is $2,936, which is 6% higher than the Illinois state average and 53% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $179,300. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,936
+6% vs State
+53% vs US
Median Home Value
$179,300
+23% vs State
-15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.64%
-10% vs State
+73% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,327
$277/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,521
$210/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 | $2,936 -0.7% | 1.64% |
| 2022 | $2,957 +4.8% | 1.67% |
| 2021 | $2,822 -0.2% | 1.83% |
| 2020 | $2,829 -1.1% | 1.86% |
| 2019 | $2,860 | 1.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,334
per year
Monthly Tax
$245
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Rock Island County
Tax: $3,372/yr Rate: 2.33%
Clark County
Tax: $2,073/yr Rate: 1.68%
Schuyler County
Tax: $1,940/yr Rate: 1.83%
Pulaski County
Tax: $668/yr Rate: 0.82%
Coles County
Tax: $2,494/yr Rate: 2.05%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,877/yr Rate: 1.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Menard County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Menard County is $2,936 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $179,300.
How does Menard County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Menard County are 53% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Menard County? ▼
In Menard County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,327 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,521. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Menard County? ▼
Property taxes in Menard County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $81,334. 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.