Vermilion County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 20,899.
The median annual property tax in Vermilion County is $1,666, which is 40% lower than the Illinois state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.79% on a median home value of $92,900. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,666
-40% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$92,900
-36% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.79%
-2% vs State
+88% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,243
$187/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,306
$109/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 | $1,666 -0.2% | 1.79% |
| 2022 | $1,670 +7.7% | 1.84% |
| 2021 | $1,550 +5.2% | 1.90% |
| 2020 | $1,474 -3.5% | 1.82% |
| 2019 | $1,527 | 1.91% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,537
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Randolph County
Tax: $1,877/yr Rate: 1.40%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,156/yr Rate: 1.21%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,385/yr Rate: 1.91%
Henry County
Tax: $2,877/yr Rate: 1.98%
Cumberland County
Tax: $2,068/yr Rate: 1.76%
Warren County
Tax: $1,921/yr Rate: 1.90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Vermilion County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Vermilion County is $1,666 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.79% on a median home value of $92,900.
How does Vermilion County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Vermilion County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.79% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Vermilion County? ▼
In Vermilion County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,243 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,306. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Vermilion County? ▼
Property taxes in Vermilion County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $54,537. 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.