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Jersey County

Jersey County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

1.75%

Median Annual Tax

$2,957

How Jersey County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Jersey County$2,957
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

Jersey County

1.75%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,268

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,715

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,957

Monthly Escrow

$246

Effective Rate

1.75%

vs. Illinois State Average▲ 6.3% above
vs. National Average▲ 9.9% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Jersey County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in Jersey County, Illinois is 1.75%. 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 Jersey County?
The median annual property tax payment in Jersey County is $2,957. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,268, while those without a mortgage pay $2,715.
How does Jersey County compare to the Illinois average?
Jersey County's effective tax rate of 1.75% is lower than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in Jersey County is $2,957, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in Jersey County, Illinois?
The median home value in Jersey County, Illinois is $168,800, 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

Piatt County(IL)

Rate1.76%
Median Tax$3,040

Cumberland County(IL)

Rate1.76%
Median Tax$2,068

Jo Daviess County(IL)

Rate1.74%
Median Tax$3,383

Montgomery County(IL)

Rate1.72%
Median Tax$1,758
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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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