Richland County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 4,709.
The median annual property tax in Richland County is $1,618, which is 42% lower than the Illinois state average and 16% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $106,600. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,618
-42% vs State
-16% vs US
Median Home Value
$106,600
-27% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.52%
-17% vs State
+60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,148
$179/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,288
$107/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 | $1,618 -8.5% | 1.52% |
| 2022 | $1,769 +9.5% | 1.66% |
| 2021 | $1,615 +1.9% | 1.79% |
| 2020 | $1,585 -6.1% | 1.78% |
| 2019 | $1,688 | 1.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,404
per year
Monthly Tax
$135
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Wayne County
Tax: $1,670/yr Rate: 1.53%
Fulton County
Tax: $2,186/yr Rate: 2.13%
McDonough County
Tax: $2,238/yr Rate: 2.16%
Vermilion County
Tax: $1,666/yr Rate: 1.79%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,769/yr Rate: 1.56%
White County
Tax: $1,388/yr Rate: 1.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Richland County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Richland County is $1,618 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $106,600.
How does Richland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Richland County are 16% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Richland County? ▼
In Richland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,148 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,288. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Richland County? ▼
Property taxes in Richland County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $60,404. 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.