Montgomery County Property Taxes

Montgomery County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

36.8% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$147/mo escrow

#43 of 102 counties in Illinois

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.72%

vs. Illinois Avg36.8% below
vs. National Avg34.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$102,200

State avg $146,132

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,016

$168/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,467

$122/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#43

of 102 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Montgomery County, Illinois

Montgomery County offers well-below-average tax rates

Montgomery County's 1.720% effective tax rate sits comfortably below the national median of 1.831%. On a home valued at the national median of $281,900, this rate generates approximately $4,849 in taxes—well below the national average.

Montgomery ranks among Illinois's most affordable counties

Montgomery County's 1.720% effective rate undercuts Illinois's state average of 1.831% by over one-tenth of a point. With a median home value of just $102,200 and a median tax of $1,758, Montgomery offers some of the state's lowest property tax burdens.

Montgomery taxes significantly undercut surrounding areas

Montgomery's $1,758 median tax is among the lowest in the region, nearly 40% less than Menard County's $2,936. Homeowners moving from Mercer or Ogle counties to Montgomery see dramatic tax savings.

Median Montgomery home costs just $1,758 annually

The typical $102,200 home in Montgomery County generates only $1,758 in annual property taxes. Even with mortgage-related charges included, the total remains a modest $2,016, making Montgomery highly affordable for property owners.

Even low-tax counties reward assessment reviews

Montgomery County homeowners should still verify their assessments remain accurate, as overvaluation can occur even in lower-tax jurisdictions. A free reassessment request can confirm whether your property is fairly valued.

How Montgomery County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Montgomery County$1,758
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

Montgomery County

1.72%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Montgomery County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in Montgomery County, Illinois is 1.72%. 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 Montgomery County?
The median annual property tax payment in Montgomery County is $1,758. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,016, while those without a mortgage pay $1,467.
How does Montgomery County compare to the Illinois average?
Montgomery County's effective tax rate of 1.72% is lower than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in Montgomery County is $1,758, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in Montgomery County, Illinois?
The median home value in Montgomery County, Illinois is $102,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Montgomery County a low property tax area in Illinois?
Yes — Montgomery County's effective property tax rate of 1.72% is below the Illinois average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax of $1,758 is also lower the state average of $2,782, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Montgomery County rank for property taxes in Illinois?
Montgomery County ranks #43 out of 102 counties in Illinois by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.72% and median annual tax of $1,758, 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.