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Brown County

Brown County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

1.47%

Median Annual Tax

$2,090

How Brown County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Brown County$2,090
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

Brown County

1.47%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,060

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,137

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,090

Monthly Escrow

$174

Effective Rate

1.47%

vs. Illinois State Average▼ 24.9% below
vs. National Average▼ 22.3% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Brown County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in Brown County, Illinois is 1.47%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Brown County?
The median annual property tax payment in Brown County is $2,090. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,060, while those without a mortgage pay $2,137.
How does Brown County compare to the Illinois average?
Brown County's effective tax rate of 1.47% is lower than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in Brown County is $2,090, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in Brown County, Illinois?
The median home value in Brown County, Illinois is $142,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Illinois?
Property taxes in Illinois are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Wabash County(IL)

Rate1.47%
Median Tax$1,528

Edwards County(IL)

Rate1.47%
Median Tax$1,429

Calhoun County(IL)

Rate1.47%
Median Tax$2,565

Massac County(IL)

Rate1.50%
Median Tax$1,769
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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