Wayne County, Illinois Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Illinois. Population: 5,410.
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $1,670, which is 40% lower than the Illinois state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $109,400. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,670
-40% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$109,400
-25% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.53%
-16% vs State
+61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,913
$159/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,422
$119/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 | $1,670 +5.8% | 1.53% |
| 2022 | $1,578 +6.5% | 1.46% |
| 2021 | $1,482 +12.6% | 1.57% |
| 2020 | $1,316 +7.6% | 1.48% |
| 2019 | $1,223 | 1.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,107
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in Illinois
Hancock County
Tax: $2,020/yr Rate: 1.86%
Greene County
Tax: $1,564/yr Rate: 1.66%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,156/yr Rate: 1.21%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,955/yr Rate: 1.50%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,703/yr Rate: 1.68%
Winnebago County
Tax: $3,850/yr Rate: 2.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wayne County, Illinois? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $1,670 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $109,400.
How does Wayne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
In Wayne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,913 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,422. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $53,107. 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.