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Peoria County

Peoria County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

2.24%

Median Annual Tax

$3,416

How Peoria County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Peoria County$3,416
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

Peoria County

2.24%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,721

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,944

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$3,416

Monthly Escrow

$285

Effective Rate

2.24%

vs. Illinois State Average▲ 22.8% above
vs. National Average▲ 27% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Peoria County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in Peoria County, Illinois is 2.24%. 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 Peoria County?
The median annual property tax payment in Peoria County is $3,416. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,721, while those without a mortgage pay $2,944.
How does Peoria County compare to the Illinois average?
Peoria County's effective tax rate of 2.24% is higher than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in Peoria County is $3,416, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in Peoria County, Illinois?
The median home value in Peoria County, Illinois is $152,600, 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

Kankakee County(IL)

Rate2.22%
Median Tax$4,125

Boone County(IL)

Rate2.27%
Median Tax$4,507

McLean County(IL)

Rate2.27%
Median Tax$4,503

Livingston County(IL)

Rate2.18%
Median Tax$2,867
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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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