Pulaski County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 1,257.
The median annual property tax in Pulaski County is $668, which is 76% lower than the Illinois state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $81,000. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$668
-76% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$81,000
-45% vs State
-62% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
-55% vs State
-14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,080
$90/mo
Without Mortgage
$532
$44/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 | $668 -3.7% | 0.82% |
| 2022 | $694 +7.3% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $647 +7.7% | 0.99% |
| 2020 | $601 +0.3% | 0.98% |
| 2019 | $599 | 0.98% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,227
per year
Monthly Tax
$56
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Clinton County
Tax: $3,356/yr Rate: 1.86%
Christian County
Tax: $1,896/yr Rate: 1.69%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,470/yr Rate: 1.35%
McHenry County
Tax: $7,153/yr Rate: 2.49%
Knox County
Tax: $2,044/yr Rate: 1.95%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,385/yr Rate: 1.91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pulaski County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pulaski County is $668 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $81,000.
How does Pulaski County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pulaski County are 65% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.82% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pulaski County? ▼
In Pulaski County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,080 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $532. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pulaski County? ▼
Property taxes in Pulaski County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $43,227. 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.