Shelby County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 6,907.
The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $1,955, which is 30% lower than the Illinois state average and 2% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.50% on a median home value of $130,400. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,955
-30% vs State
+2% vs US
Median Home Value
$130,400
-11% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.50%
-18% vs State
+58% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,174
$181/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,804
$150/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 | $1,955 +0.4% | 1.50% |
| 2022 | $1,948 +5.5% | 1.56% |
| 2021 | $1,846 +2.8% | 1.73% |
| 2020 | $1,796 +5.5% | 1.70% |
| 2019 | $1,703 | 1.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,457
per year
Monthly Tax
$163
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Marshall County
Tax: $2,743/yr Rate: 1.99%
Jersey County
Tax: $2,957/yr Rate: 1.75%
Wabash County
Tax: $1,528/yr Rate: 1.47%
Hancock County
Tax: $2,020/yr Rate: 1.86%
Saline County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 1.56%
Stark County
Tax: $1,700/yr Rate: 1.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Shelby County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $1,955 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.50% on a median home value of $130,400.
How does Shelby County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Shelby County are 2% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Shelby County? ▼
In Shelby County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,174 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,804. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Shelby County? ▼
Property taxes in Shelby County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $68,457. 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.