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St. Clair County

St. Clair County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

2.09%

Median Annual Tax

$3,533

How St. Clair County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

St. Clair County$3,533
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

St. Clair County

2.09%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$4,082

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,745

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$3,533

Monthly Escrow

$294

Effective Rate

2.09%

vs. Illinois State Average▲ 27% above
vs. National Average▲ 31.3% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in St. Clair County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in St. Clair County, Illinois is 2.09%. 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 St. Clair County?
The median annual property tax payment in St. Clair County is $3,533. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,082, while those without a mortgage pay $2,745.
How does St. Clair County compare to the Illinois average?
St. Clair County's effective tax rate of 2.09% is higher than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in St. Clair County is $3,533, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in St. Clair County, Illinois?
The median home value in St. Clair 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

DuPage County(IL)

Rate2.09%
Median Tax$7,833

Cass County(IL)

Rate2.10%
Median Tax$2,007

Macon County(IL)

Rate2.10%
Median Tax$2,560

Tazewell County(IL)

Rate2.12%
Median Tax$3,481
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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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