Clinton County Property Taxes

Clinton County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

20.6% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$280/mo escrow

#54 of 102 counties in Illinois

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.86%

vs. Illinois Avg20.6% above
vs. National Avg24.8% above

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$180,500

State avg $146,132

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$3,610

$301/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$2,956

$246/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#54

of 102 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Clinton County, Illinois

Clinton County taxes exceed national median

With an effective tax rate of 1.859%, Clinton County sits above the national median of 1.56%, placing it in the 58th percentile nationally. The median property tax of $3,356 surpasses the national median of $2,690, reflecting higher home values around $180,500.

Moderate taxes within Illinois

Clinton County ranks 52nd among Illinois's 102 counties by effective tax rate at 1.859%, slightly above the state average of 1.831%. Its median property tax of $3,356 exceeds the state median of $2,782, indicating a more valuable housing market.

Middle ground in the regional tax landscape

Clinton County's 1.859% rate falls between the lower-tax counties like Clark (1.684%) and Christian (1.691%), and the higher-tax counties like Cass (2.102%) and Champaign (2.070%). It occupies the moderate tier regionally.

What an average Clinton County home costs annually

The median Clinton County home valued at $180,500 generates an estimated $3,356 in annual property taxes. Homeowners with mortgages pay $3,610, while those without mortgages pay $2,956.

Overassessment could save you hundreds annually

Clinton County homeowners can file property tax appeals with the county assessor at no cost if they believe their homes are overassessed. A successful reassessment could reduce annual taxes by several hundred dollars.

How Clinton County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Clinton County$3,356
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

Clinton County

1.86%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Clinton County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in Clinton County, Illinois is 1.86%. 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 Clinton County?
The median annual property tax payment in Clinton County is $3,356. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,610, while those without a mortgage pay $2,956.
How does Clinton County compare to the Illinois average?
Clinton County's effective tax rate of 1.86% is lower than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in Clinton County is $3,356, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in Clinton County, Illinois?
The median home value in Clinton County, Illinois is $180,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Clinton County a low property tax area in Illinois?
Yes — Clinton County's effective property tax rate of 1.86% is below the Illinois average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax of $3,356 is also comparable to the state average of $2,782, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Clinton County rank for property taxes in Illinois?
Clinton County ranks #54 out of 102 counties in Illinois by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.86% and median annual tax of $3,356, 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.