10 Counties with the Lowest Property Tax Rates in Illinois
If you are comparing property taxes across Illinois, these 10 counties have the lowest effective rates in the state. The lowest-rate county, Pulaski County, comes in at 0.82% — 1.25% lower than the Illinois average (2.07%). The statewide effective rate is 2.07%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pulaski County | 0.82% | $668 | $81,000 |
| 2 | Pope County | 1.02% | $1,687 | $165,300 |
| 3 | Hardin County | 1.18% | $1,078 | $91,700 |
| 4 | Lawrence County | 1.21% | $1,156 | $95,500 |
| 5 | Johnson County | 1.32% | $1,952 | $148,200 |
| 6 | Hamilton County | 1.35% | $1,470 | $108,800 |
| 7 | Scott County | 1.38% | $1,406 | $101,700 |
| 8 | White County | 1.39% | $1,388 | $100,100 |
| 9 | Randolph County | 1.40% | $1,877 | $134,100 |
| 10 | Union County | 1.41% | $1,851 | $131,700 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the lowest rates in Illinois often share a few characteristics: higher home values that compress the percentage even when dollar taxes are high.
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