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Morgan County

Morgan County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

1.88%

Median Annual Tax

$2,420

How Morgan County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Morgan County$2,420
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

Morgan County

1.88%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,613

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,209

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,420

Monthly Escrow

$202

Effective Rate

1.88%

vs. Illinois State Average▼ 13% below
vs. National Average▼ 10% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Morgan County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in Morgan County, Illinois is 1.88%. 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 Morgan County?
The median annual property tax payment in Morgan County is $2,420. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,613, while those without a mortgage pay $2,209.
How does Morgan County compare to the Illinois average?
Morgan County's effective tax rate of 1.88% is lower than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in Morgan County is $2,420, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in Morgan County, Illinois?
The median home value in Morgan County, Illinois is $128,700, 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

Warren County(IL)

Rate1.90%
Median Tax$1,921

Hancock County(IL)

Rate1.86%
Median Tax$2,020

Clinton County(IL)

Rate1.86%
Median Tax$3,356

Jasper County(IL)

Rate1.90%
Median Tax$2,341
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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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