Greene County Property Taxes

Greene County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

43.8% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$130/mo escrow

#34 of 102 counties in Illinois

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.66%

vs. Illinois Avg43.8% below
vs. National Avg41.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$94,400

State avg $146,132

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,820

$152/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,333

$111/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#34

of 102 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Greene County, Illinois

Greene County moderately above average

Greene County's 1.657% effective tax rate exceeds the national median of 1.562% by about 6%, placing it in the 55th percentile nationally. With a median home value of $94,400, residents pay $1,564 annually—well below the national median tax of $2,690.

Slightly above state average

Illinois averages 1.831%, and Greene County's 1.657% rate runs 0.174 percentage points below that, making it more affordable than most of the state. Residents pay $1,564 annually, roughly 44% less than the state median of $2,782, offering solid value for homeowners.

Mid-range for the south-central region

Greene County's 1.657% rate places it in the middle of this region—higher than Franklin (1.501%), Gallatin (1.506%), Fayette (1.517%), and Effingham (1.509%), but lower than Ford (2.069%), Fulton (2.133%), and Grundy (2.029%). It's a reasonable compromise between affordability and the county's services.

What your home costs to own

A typical Greene County home valued at $94,400 generates $1,564 in annual property taxes—moderately priced for the region. Homeowners with mortgages pay $1,820 yearly; over a 30-year loan, that's $54,600 in taxes, a manageable cost for families in the area.

Assessment review pays off here too

Even in moderately-priced counties, overassessment wastes homeowner dollars; Greene County residents should verify their assessments match recent comparable sales. A free appeal to the county assessor could trim your annual tax bill by hundreds, with no risk or cost.

How Greene County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Greene County$1,564
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

Greene County

1.66%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Greene County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in Greene County, Illinois is 1.66%. 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 Greene County?
The median annual property tax payment in Greene County is $1,564. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,820, while those without a mortgage pay $1,333.
How does Greene County compare to the Illinois average?
Greene County's effective tax rate of 1.66% is lower than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in Greene County is $1,564, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in Greene County, Illinois?
The median home value in Greene County, Illinois is $94,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Greene County a low property tax area in Illinois?
Yes — Greene County's effective property tax rate of 1.66% is below the Illinois average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax of $1,564 is also lower the state average of $2,782, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Greene County rank for property taxes in Illinois?
Greene County ranks #34 out of 102 counties in Illinois by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.66% and median annual tax of $1,564, it falls in the lower 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.