Sangamon County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 59,521.
The median annual property tax in Sangamon County is $3,369, which is 21% higher than the Illinois state average and 75% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $170,300. Property taxes represent 4.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,369
+21% vs State
+75% vs US
Median Home Value
$170,300
+17% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.98%
+8% vs State
+108% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,651
$304/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,981
$248/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 | $3,369 +3.4% | 1.98% |
| 2022 | $3,258 +7.2% | 2.01% |
| 2021 | $3,038 +3.0% | 2.06% |
| 2020 | $2,950 +2.8% | 2.05% |
| 2019 | $2,869 | 2.03% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,114
per year
Monthly Tax
$281
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Peoria County
Tax: $3,416/yr Rate: 2.24%
Macoupin County
Tax: $1,990/yr Rate: 1.58%
McLean County
Tax: $4,503/yr Rate: 2.27%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 1.50%
Iroquois County
Tax: $2,449/yr Rate: 1.95%
Pike County
Tax: $1,557/yr Rate: 1.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sangamon County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sangamon County is $3,369 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $170,300.
How does Sangamon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sangamon County are 75% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sangamon County? ▼
In Sangamon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,651 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,981. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sangamon County? ▼
Property taxes in Sangamon County represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $74,114. 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.