Union County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 5,312.
The median annual property tax in Union County is $1,851, which is 33% lower than the Illinois state average and 4% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.41% on a median home value of $131,700. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,851
-33% vs State
-4% vs US
Median Home Value
$131,700
-10% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.41%
-23% vs State
+48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,433
$203/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,402
$117/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 | $1,851 +2.2% | 1.41% |
| 2022 | $1,812 +2.2% | 1.40% |
| 2021 | $1,773 +2.2% | 1.62% |
| 2020 | $1,735 +5.1% | 1.57% |
| 2019 | $1,651 | 1.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,420
per year
Monthly Tax
$154
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Mercer County
Tax: $2,710/yr Rate: 1.95%
Bond County
Tax: $2,612/yr Rate: 1.96%
Stark County
Tax: $1,700/yr Rate: 1.64%
Perry County
Tax: $1,744/yr Rate: 1.66%
Scott County
Tax: $1,406/yr Rate: 1.38%
LaSalle County
Tax: $3,336/yr Rate: 2.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Union County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Union County is $1,851 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.41% on a median home value of $131,700.
How does Union County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Union County are 4% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Union County? ▼
In Union County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,433 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,402. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Union County? ▼
Property taxes in Union County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $56,420. 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.