Clark County Property Taxes

Clark County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

25.5% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$173/mo escrow

#37 of 102 counties in Illinois

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.68%

vs. Illinois Avg25.5% below
vs. National Avg22.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$123,100

State avg $146,132

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,061

$172/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$2,085

$174/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#37

of 102 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Clark County, Illinois

Clark County offers below-national-average taxes

With an effective tax rate of 1.684%, Clark County sits below the national median of 1.56%—actually placing it in the 32nd percentile. The median property tax of $2,073 falls short of the national median of $2,690, offering modest tax relief compared to national norms.

Among the lowest-tax counties in Illinois

Clark County ranks 88th among Illinois's 102 counties by effective tax rate, putting it in the bottom 13%—the most tax-friendly in the state. At 1.684%, it undercuts the state average of 1.831% by 0.147 percentage points.

Tied for lowest taxes in the region

Clark County's 1.684% rate matches Christian County's 1.691% (Christian is slightly higher), making it one of the region's most affordable. It significantly undercuts Cass County (2.102%), Coles County (2.046%), Champaign County (2.070%), and Clinton County (1.859%).

What an average Clark County home costs annually

The median Clark County home valued at $123,100 generates an estimated $2,073 in annual property taxes. Homeowners with mortgages pay $2,061, while those without mortgages pay $2,085.

Overassessed? A free appeal could help

Clark County homeowners who believe their properties are overassessed can file appeals with the county assessor at no upfront cost. Even in a lower-tax county, a successful reassessment can reduce your annual bill significantly.

How Clark County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Clark County$2,073
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

Clark County

1.68%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Clark County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in Clark County, Illinois is 1.68%. 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 Clark County?
The median annual property tax payment in Clark County is $2,073. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,061, while those without a mortgage pay $2,085.
How does Clark County compare to the Illinois average?
Clark County's effective tax rate of 1.68% is lower than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in Clark County is $2,073, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in Clark County, Illinois?
The median home value in Clark County, Illinois is $123,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Clark County a low property tax area in Illinois?
Yes — Clark County's effective property tax rate of 1.68% is below the Illinois average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax of $2,073 is also lower the state average of $2,782, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Clark County rank for property taxes in Illinois?
Clark County ranks #37 out of 102 counties in Illinois by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.68% and median annual tax of $2,073, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

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.